Pogostemon deccanensis 'Albino', previously known as Pogostemon erectus 'Albino' is a rare and visually stunning variant of the Pogostemon Deccanensis, characterized by its unique lack of green pigment, resulting in a striking silvery-white appearance. This exceptional plant is highly sought after by advanced aquarists for its distinct look and the challenge it presents in cultivation.

Key Features:

• Appearance: Pogostemon Deccanensis 'Albino' features needle-like, narrow leaves that grow densely on conifer-like stems. Its lack of green pigment results in an albino white coloration, creating a striking contrast in your aquascape.
• Color: The albino white hue provides a unique and eye-catching element, making it a standout addition to your aquarium.
• Growth Rate: Due to the absence of green pigment, this plant is challenging to grow and requires specific conditions to flourish.
• Light Requirements: Requires medium to high light to support its growth, as the lack of chlorophyll makes it more dependent on optimal lighting conditions.
• CO2 Requirements: CO2 supplementation is highly beneficial to enhance growth and overall health, given the plant's unique requirements.
• Water Parameters: Prefers very stable, soft to moderately hard water with a lower pH range. Maintaining stable conditions is crucial for the health of this plant.
• Temperature: Ideal for temperatures between 22-28°C (72-82°F), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of tropical aquarium setups.
• Propagation: Propagation is challenging due to the plant's unique requirements, but it can be achieved by cutting the stems and replanting the cuttings in ideal conditions.

Placement and Care:

• Expert-Level Plant: Due to its demanding care requirements, Pogostemon Deccanensis 'Albino' is best suited for experienced aquarists who are up to the challenge.
• Frequent Pruning: Regular pruning is necessary to maintain its compact shape and ensure healthy growth.
• Consistent Fertilization: Regular fertilization with macro and micronutrients is essential to support the plant's unique needs.
• Stable Water Parameters: Maintaining very stable water conditions with a lower pH is crucial for the plant's survival and growth.
• Optimal Environment: Providing an optimal environment with sufficient light, CO2, and stable water parameters will help this plant thrive despite its challenging nature.

Origin and History:

Pogostemon Deccanensis 'Albino' was previously known as Pogostemon Erectus 'Albino'. This reclassification highlights its unique characteristics and distinct requirements. Its striking appearance and challenging care make it a prized specimen for advanced aquarists seeking to add a truly unique plant to their collection.

Transform your aquarium into a showcase of elegance and challenge your aquascaping skills with Pogostemon Deccanensis 'Albino'. This rare and captivating plant adds a unique touch of beauty and sophistication to your underwater landscape.

 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.