Pogostemon helferi in pot - Aquaflora

Aquarists in Thailand, near the Burma border, discovered this plant. It is called 'Downoi' (small star) in Thailand, and it is easy to understand why (5-10 cm high and width). Pogostemon helferi is an unusual and distinctive aquatic plant, with a compact bearing, curly leaves and a green color of surprising beauty.

With good light conditions and a nutrient-rich substrate, the Pogostemon helferi forms many lateral shoots that develop small roots and the plant quickly forms an impressive carpet of vegetation in the foreground.