Pogostemon Stellatus Dassen Vitro Culture

Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen' in Vitro Culture® – Rare, Starburst-Leaf Stem Plant for Advanced Aquascapes

Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen' is a rare and stunning aquatic stem plant known for its fine, needle-like leaves arranged in a striking starburst pattern. This unique cultivar of Pogostemon stellatus originates from Asia and is prized for its ability to shift in color—ranging from light green to pink, orange, or purple under optimal conditions. Its dynamic structure and intense hues make it an ideal showpiece for Dutch-style aquascapes, color gradients, or high-tech planted tanks.

Each plant is offered in a 4-inch Vitro Culture® bag, containing multiple small, pest-free plantlets grown in vitamin-enriched gel or liquid. Our tissue culture propagation ensures a completely sterile start—100% free of snails, algae, pesticides, and pathogens—making it ideal for shrimp-safe tanks and premium aquascaping setups.

🌿 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen'

• Common Name: Pogostemon 'Dassen'

• Leaf Shape: Fine, needle-like leaves in starburst whorls

• Coloration: Green to vivid pink, orange, or purple with strong lighting and nutrients

• Growth Form: Upright stem plant with dense branching

• Vitro Culture® Format: 4-inch sealed bag with multiple plantlets

• Placement: Midground to background

• Growth Rate: Medium to fast

• Difficulty Level: Advanced – thrives best in stable, enriched tanks

💧 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: High (essential for vibrant coloration and compact growth)

• CO₂: Strongly recommended for optimal form and color

• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or root tab supplementation

• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.2 | Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

• Fertilization: Requires regular micronutrient and iron dosing to maintain coloration

• Trimming: Regular pruning helps promote bushy, compact form

🧪 Vitro Culture® Advantages:

• 100% Free from Snails, Algae, Pesticides, and Pathogens

• Clean & Safe: Perfect for shrimp tanks and sensitive ecosystems

• Long Shelf Life: Can be stored under light until ready to plant

• Easy to Plant: Rinse, gently divide, and insert into substrate using tweezers

🐠 Aquascaping Benefits:

• Color Showpiece: Adds a brilliant pop of color and texture to your layout

• Fine Texture: Balances well with broad-leaf plants and mosses

• Dutch Layout Star: A must-have for advanced aquascapers building color tiers

• High Impact: Makes an instant impression in feature spots or mass plantings

📦 What You’ll Receive:

One 4-inch sealed Vitro Culture® bag containing multiple Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen' plantlets, ready for acclimation and planting.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Photos are for reference. Actual coloration depends on lighting, CO₂, and nutrient availability. Some melt may occur during the transition to submerged growth, which is normal.