Pogostemon Kimberley care guide
Pogostemon Kimberley (Pogostemon sp. 'Kimberley') — medium light, 22-28 °C, pH 6-7, CO2 recommended.
Overview
Pogostemon Kimberley (Pogostemon sp. 'Kimberley') is an aquatic plant of the family Lamiaceae, listed in the Aquairi knowledge base as an intermediate-level species. It is typically grown under medium light with pressurised CO2 injection on nutrient-rich aquasoil. A compact and bushy Pogostemon variety with densely packed fine serrated leaves that create a lush textured appearance. Grows more slowly and compactly than P. erectus, making it easier to maintain in the midground without frequent trimming.
Taxonomy
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Genus: Pogostemon
- Scientific name: Pogostemon sp. 'Kimberley'
- Common synonyms: Kimberley Queen
Habitat
Pogostemon is a Lamiaceae genus of marsh plants found in southern and South-East Asia, frequently growing in seasonally flooded fields and along stream margins. In the Aquairi knowledge base, populations associated with this form are recorded from Australia.
Growth requirements
- Lighting: medium
- CO2: recommended
- Temperature: 22-28 °C (72-82 °F)
- pH: 6-7
- GH: 3-10 °dGH
- Substrate: nutrient-rich aquasoil
- Maximum height: 20 cm
- Growth rate: medium
- Recommended placement: midground
Placement
Background stem for groups; the upright fluffy growth of erectus and deccanensis creates strong vertical accents. In the Aquairi knowledge base this form is recommended for the midground under medium light with pressurised CO2 injection, using nutrient-rich aquasoil.
Propagation
Cuttings replanted into the substrate root quickly; horizontal forms such as Kimberley spread sideways and are divided once dense. Documented propagation techniques for this entry include: stem cuttings.
Common issues
Curling new leaves or stunted tips often indicate calcium deficiency in soft water; supplementing GH with a remineraliser corrects the issue.