Pogostemon helferi

1. Genus: Pogostemon                                                                           Family: Lamiaceae

Pogostemon is a large genus from the family Lamiaceae and many of them can grow in submerged conditions. The are generally found in warmer parts of Asia. P. erectus, P. helferi and P. stellatus ‘Dassen’ are quite popular in the trade.

Pogostemon helferi

Pogostemon helferi forms a dense carpet in the fore ground of the aquarium. It needs high light. Optimum temperature is 20-25’C. Growth is best in medium hard water with a neutral to alkaline Ph-value.