Species Catalogue

A flat, ribbon-like liverwort with a deep green, glossy surface that forms dense, spreading sheets on hardscape or the substrate. It is not a true moss but is widely sold and used as one. Particularly popular in shrimp and nano tanks — the flat, broad fronds create excellent grazing and hiding surfaces for dwarf shrimp. Grows slowly and does not need attachment, but its dense structure means it can smother smaller plants if left unchecked.

A rare and highly distinctive stem plant with tiny, deeply lobed, reddish leaves that give it the appearance of a miniature oak tree underwater. Extremely sought-after in high-tech planted tanks. Requires strong light, CO2, and micronutrient-rich fertilisation to display its best colouration.

Narrow, lance-shaped leaves that develop pink to red coloration. A less demanding alternative to high-tech red plants. Fast grower.

Philippine Java Fern is a hardy, slow-growing rhizome plant with narrow, deeply lobed fronds that create an elegant, feathery appearance. It thrives in low to medium light and requires no CO2, making it ideal for beginner aquarists. This epiphytic fern attaches to wood and rock, adding natural texture and shade to any aquascape.

Fine-leaved stem plant with whorls of needle-like leaves. Creates a very different texture from typical plants. Good CO2 response.

Pogostemon erectus is a striking stem plant with needle-like whorled leaves arranged in perfect spirals around each stem. It creates a distinctive, almost Christmas-tree silhouette. It requires CO2 and good nutrients to maintain its compact, fine-textured form.

Pogostemon helferi (Downoi or Little Star) is a distinctive, star-shaped rosette plant from Thailand with deeply ruffled, wavy-edged bright-green leaves radiating from a central crown. It grows low (5–8 cm) and is one of the few compact foreground rosette plants with real textural interest. It requires medium to high light and benefits from CO2 and soft, slightly acidic water. Popular in detailed Iwagumi and Nature Aquarium aquascapes.

Compact stem plant with dense, bushy growth. Fine-leaved with green to yellow-green coloration. Good midground choice.

Tall stem plant with whorls of four narrow leaves at each node. Creates a very distinctive layered look. Moderate difficulty.

Pogostemon Stellatus is a majestic background stem plant that produces whorls of up to eight narrow leaves per node, creating a star-burst pattern. Under intense light the leaves develop beautiful pinkish-purple tones. It grows tall and is best positioned in the background. Nutrient-hungry and demanding of CO2 but rewarding when conditions are right.

Pogostemon stellatus Octopus is a vibrant stem plant featuring distinctive reddish-purple coloration and uniquely branched, octopus-like foliage that becomes more pronounced under high light. This cultivar is prized for its ornamental appeal and relatively straightforward care requirements compared to other demanding stem plants.