Aquarists in Thailand, close to the border with Burma, discovered this plant. It is called 'Downoi' (little star) in Thailand, and it is easy to see why (5-10 cm tall and wide). Pogostemon helferi is an unusual and distinctive aquatic plant with a compact habit, curly leaves and a strikingly beautiful green colour.
With good light conditions and a nutrient-rich substrate, Pogostemon helferi forms many side shoots that develop small roots, and the plant rapidly forms an impressive carpet of foreground vegetation.
Plant info
| Type: | Stem | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin: | Asia |  |
| Growth rate: | Medium | |
| Height: | 3 - 10+ | |
| Light demand: | Medium | |
| CO2 : | Medium | |