🌿Anubias barteri “Butterfly” on Pterocarpus Wood (Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’)
🌿 Anubias barteri “Butterfly” on Pterocarpus Wood (Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’)
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Rhizome Plant • Hardscape Mounted Plant • Premium Aquascape Feature
📋 Anubias barteri “Butterfly” on Pterocarpus Wood (Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’) is a striking aquascape piece featuring a rare Anubias cultivar mounted on natural driftwood.
Known for its Broad Rounded Leaves with Slightly Wavy Edges, this variety creates a fuller, layered appearance compared to standard Anubias types.
The rich green foliage contrasts beautifully against the textured Pterocarpus wood, forming a natural and elegant display.
This setup delivers a Bold Leaf Hardscape Feature, perfect for adding depth and visual impact to planted aquariums.
💡 Highlights
🦋 Butterfly Leaf Form: Broad, rounded, slightly wavy leaves
🪵 Pterocarpus Driftwood: Natural and decorative base
🌿 Dense Foliage: Creates a lush appearance
🐢 Low Maintenance: Extremely hardy and slow growing
🧠 Beginner Friendly: Suitable for all experience levels
🧾 A Quick Look at Anubias Butterfly on Wood
📛 Common Name: Anubias Butterfly on Pterocarpus Wood
🔬 Scientific Name: Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’
👨👩👧 Family: Araceae
🌍 Origin: West Africa (cultivated variant)
📏 Max Size: 10–20 cm (≈ 4–8″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Growth Rate: Slow
💡 Lighting Needs: Low to moderate
🌱 CO2 Required: ❌ No
🏠 Placement: Midground • Hardscape feature
🧬 Tissue Culture: ❌ No
🌿 Mounted on Wood: ✅ Yes (Pterocarpus)
⏳ Lifespan: Long-lived
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: Low (water column feeder)
🐣 Propagation: Rhizome division
