Pogostemon Erectus (Emersed)

Pogostemon Erectus (Emersed)

Pogostemon Erectus is a stunning and highly sought-after stem plant known for its bright, vibrant green needle-like foliage and upright bushy growth. Its unique texture and pine-like appearance make it an exceptional background or feature plant for planted aquariums, nature aquascapes, and high-end planted tanks.

As a fast-growing and visually striking aquarium plant, Pogostemon Erectus adds height, texture, and dense greenery to aquascapes while creating a natural forest-like effect underwater. This emersed-grown specimen develops strong root systems and transitions well into aquarium conditions with proper care.

At N8 Aquatics, our plants are carefully quarantined before sale to help ensure they arrive healthy, clean, and pest-free.

Species Snapshot

• Size Sold: Healthy emersed stem bunch
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Lighting: Moderate to high
• CO2: Recommended but not required
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Recommended Setup

• Ideal as a background or feature stem plant
• Excellent for nature-style and planted aquariums
• Adds texture, height, and dense greenery to aquascapes
• Forms thick bushy growth with regular trimming

Care Requirements

• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• Maintenance: Moderate — regular trimming encourages dense healthy growth

Why Buy From N8 Aquatics

• Healthy quarantined plants
• Strong root systems
• Carefully selected quality specimens
• Carefully packed with care

Pickup Information

N8 Aquatics currently operates as a local pickup-only store in Central Queensland.

Orders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.

Please ensure you are able to collect your order before placing it.

Important

All plants sold by N8 Aquatics should be introduced to established aquariums with appropriate water parameters for the species being kept.