Star-shaped whorls of narrow leaves that add a lush, wild look.
Needs
Care levelHard
LightHigh
CO₂Needed
GrowthMedium
HeightUp to 60 cm
Temperature24–28 °C
WhereMiddle of the tank
Feeds throughLeaves, from the water
FamilyLamiaceae
Native toSouth and East Asia to northern Australia: Indian subcontinent and Sri Lanka, Himalaya, Indochina, Malaya, Sumatra, Borneo, Sulawesi, Maluku, Philippines, southern China, Hainan, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, New Guinea, Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia.
Facts checked against sources on 16 Oct 2026. See sources
How to keep it
Strong light
CO2 is needed, not just helpful
Dose nitrate, phosphate and micronutrients/iron, and keep the levels stable
Low light (lower leaves drop)
Sudden changes in conditions (crippled shoot tips)
Micronutrient/iron shortage (pale, yellow or white leaves)
Picture coming