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Pogostemon helferi Tropica

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Category: Aquarium Plants

Tropica Pogostemon helferi

This plant was discovered by aquarists in Thailand, close to the border with Burma. 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 substrate rich in nutrients, Pogostemon helferi forms many side shoots, which 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
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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Matthew ★★★★★

The tiny rosettes arrived with healthy green leaves and firm roots, already showing the compact star-like shape they're known for. After a week in my tank, they're starting to spread nicely along the substrate.

Ellie ★★★★★

Unpacked these little stars and they settled into my tank within days, no melting at all. The tight rosettes are already pushing out new leaves, exactly what I wanted for my foreground carpet.

Isabella ★★★★★

The little star shape is exactly as described, and at just 5-10 cm it creates a perfect dense carpet in my tank. Roots took hold within a week, and the vibrant green has stayed consistent under medium light.