Pogostemon Stellatus ‘Octopus’ Live Aquarium Plant – Freshwater

Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’ is a fast-growing freshwater aquarium plant known for its long, narrow green leaves and upright background growth. It is suited to tropical freshwater aquariums and is planted directly into the substrate.

The seller lists a mature plant height of 12–20 inches, with a temperature range of 68–82°F and pH of 6.0–7.5. Medium to high aquarium lighting is recommended, while CO₂ is optional and may encourage stronger, bushier growth.

This aquarium plant is a suitable choice for adding vertical greenery and natural structure to the background of a freshwater aquascape.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Live Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’ aquarium plant
• Freshwater aquatic plant
• Height: 12–20 inches
• Background placement; plant in substrate
• Medium to high lighting
• Fast growth rate
• Tropical freshwater temperature: 68–82°F
• pH range: 6.0–7.5
• CO₂ optional according to seller
• Seller lists difficulty as easy in the care guide
• Origin listed as Asia

🧾 MATERIALS:

• Live aquatic plant
• Planting medium/container materials not specified by seller

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Pogostemon Stellatus ‘Octopus’
Scientific Name: Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’
Plant Type: Freshwater aquarium plant
Life Cycle: Perennial aquatic plant
Flower/Fruit Color: Not specified by seller
Sunlight: Medium to high aquarium lighting
Soil: Nutrient-rich aquarium substrate
Water: Freshwater; 68–82°F
USDA Zone: Not applicable to submerged aquarium cultivation
pH: 6.0–7.5
Growth Rate: Fast
Plant Height: 12–20 inches
Placement: Aquarium background

❓ FAQ:

1. What temperature is suitable for Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’?
The seller lists a tropical freshwater temperature range of 68–82°F.

2. What lighting does this aquarium plant need?
Medium to high aquarium lighting is recommended. The seller notes that stronger lighting promotes more compact growth.

3. How tall does Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’ grow?
The seller lists a height of 12–20 inches.

4. What is the growth habit of this plant?
It has a fast-growing, upright stem growth habit and is recommended for background placement in a freshwater aquarium.

5. Can Pogostemon stellatus ‘Octopus’ be grown in a container aquarium?
Yes. It is designed for freshwater aquariums and is planted into aquarium substrate.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.