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Pogostemon helferi

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Quick Facts

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Common name: Dao noi or Little Star

Origin: Asia

Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Grows up to (cm): 10 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace

Description

Pogostemon helferi is a striking foreground plant with tight, curly leaves that give it a compact, textured look. Native to Thailand and often called “dao noi” or little star, it naturally grows along riverbanks in nutrient-rich clay soils. In the aquarium it typically reaches around 10cm tall, staying much more compact at 5 to 8cm under strong lighting, while lower light can see it stretch closer to 15cm.

When planting, remove any decaying leaves and trim by removing whole shoots rather than cutting tips, as this helps light reach the base of the plant. It can be grown without CO2, which is unusual for a foreground plant, but CO2 or liquid carbon such as Neutro CO2 will encourage faster growth and a denser, more compact form.

Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.

Shipping

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.

Pogostemon helferi (Little Star) Aquafleur
Pogostemon helferi (Little Star) Aquafleur
Pogostemon helferi (Little Star) Aquafleur
Pogostemon helferi (Little Star) Aquafleur
Pogostemon helferi (Little Star) Aquafleur

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