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POGOSTEMON HELFERI

Brand: AQUA ART

6,95 €
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POGOSTEMON HELFERI – “Downoi” Compact, Ornamental Aquarium Plant for Midground

Pogostemon helferi, known in Thailand as “Downoi” (little star), is one of the most fascinating and unique aquarium plants due to its distinctive shape and structure. Native to Asia, this species features curly leaves and a striking bright green color, creating an impressive visual impact. With a height and width of 5-10 cm, it is ideal for the aquarium midground, where it forms compact, uniform clusters that enrich the layout. Under medium lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate, Pogostemon helferi develops numerous side shoots with small roots, quickly creating a spectacular vegetative carpet.

The plant is provided as an in vitro culture, grown in high-quality gel, free of snails, pests, and algae, making it perfectly safe for sensitive shrimp and fish.

How to use:

  • Gently remove the plant from the cup

  • Rinse off the gel thoroughly under running water

  • Divide into small clumps (1-2 cm)

  • Plant closely in the substrate using tweezers

Key features:

  • Compact plant with bright green curly leaves

  • Height up to 10 cm, perfect for the midground

  • Quickly forms impressive vegetative carpets under good conditions

  • Requires medium lighting and CO₂ for optimal growth

  • In vitro cultivation: free of snails, pests, and algae

  • Rapidly adapts to the aquarium environment

Why choose Pogostemon helferi:

Pogostemon helferi is perfect for aquarists looking to add a compact, ornamental plant that brings character and movement to their layout. With its ability to form dense, decorative cushions, it delivers a stunning visual effect, combining practicality, safety, and top quality thanks to in vitro cultivation.