Pogostemon helferi

Pogostemon helferi is an unusual aquatic plant with a compact habit, curly leaves and a strikingly beautiful green color. With good light and a nutrient-rich substrate, it can form many side shoots that develop small roots, and the plant rapidly forms an impressive carpet in the foreground (5-10 cm tall and wide). It was discovered in Thailand, close to the border with Burma. It is called ‘Downoi’ (little star) in Thailand.