Pogostemon stellatus, also known as the Water Star, is a stunning and popular aquatic plant highly valued in the aquarium hobby for its vibrant colors and distinctive foliage. Native to Southeast Asia and Australia, this plant has become a favorite among aquarists seeking to add a splash of color and texture to their underwater landscapes.

Key Features:

• Striking Appearance: Pogostemon stellatus is renowned for its narrow, needle-like leaves that can display a range of colors from bright green to vibrant pink and red, depending on the lighting and nutrient conditions. This colorful transformation makes it an eye-catching addition to any aquascape.
• Versatile Placement: Ideal for midground to background placement in aquariums, this plant can create a lush, dense backdrop or serve as a focal point when planted in groups.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: Requires high lighting (0.5-1 watt per liter or 2-4 watts per gallon) to thrive and display its best colors. Insufficient light can lead to poor growth and fading colors.
• CO2 Supplementation: While not strictly necessary, CO2 injection significantly enhances the growth, coloration, and overall health of Pogostemon stellatus. A concentration of 20-30 ppm is recommended.
• Nutrients: Regular dosing of macro and micronutrients, particularly iron, is essential to maintain the vibrant colors and healthy growth of this plant. It benefits from stable nitrate (5-20 mg/l) and phosphate (0.2-2 mg/l) levels.
• Water Parameters: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (6-7) and moderate hardness. Ideal water temperature ranges from 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).

Care and Maintenance:

• Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain the desired shape and size, encourages bushier growth, and prevents the plant from overshadowing other plants. Trimmings can be replanted to propagate new plants.
• Substrate: A nutrient-rich substrate supports healthy root development and overall plant vitality.

Benefits:

• Aesthetic Appeal: The vibrant and varied colors of Pogostemon stellatus add a dynamic and visually appealing element to aquascapes, enhancing the overall beauty of the aquarium.
• Habitat Creation: Provides excellent cover and hiding spots for fish and shrimp, contributing to a more natural and secure environment for aquatic inhabitants.

Conclusion:

Pogostemon stellatus is a visually striking and rewarding plant for aquarists looking to enhance their aquarium's aesthetics. Its vibrant colors, unique foliage, and adaptability to high-light conditions make it a standout choice for creating stunning underwater landscapes. With proper care, including high lighting, CO2 supplementation, and regular nutrient dosing, this plant can thrive and become a highlight in any aquascape.

 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.