🌿 Anubias barteri “Nana” (Anubias barteri var. nana)
🌿 Anubias barteri “Nana” (Anubias barteri var. nana)
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Rhizome Plant • Foreground Plant • Midground Plant
📋 Anubias barteri “Nana” (Anubias barteri var. nana) is one of the most popular aquarium plants, valued for its Small Thick Dark Green Leaves and exceptional durability.
Its compact size makes it ideal for nano tanks and detailed aquascapes, where it can be attached to wood or rock for a natural look.
This slow-growing plant requires minimal maintenance and thrives in a wide range of water conditions.
It serves as a versatile Compact Foreground to Midground Feature Plant, perfect for both beginners and advanced aquarists.
💡 Highlights
🌿 Compact Growth: Ideal for nano aquariums
💚 Thick Dark Green Leaves: Durable and long-lasting
🌱 Extremely Hardy: Adapts to most conditions
🪵 Hardscape Friendly: Attach to wood or rock
🧠 Beginner Friendly: One of the easiest plants to keep
🧾 A Quick Look at Anubias Nana
📛 Common Name: Anubias Nana
🔬 Scientific Name:Anubias barteri var. nana
👨👩👧 Family: Araceae
🌍 Origin: West Africa
📏 Max Size: 5–10 cm (≈ 2–4″)
💧 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: Foreground • Midground • Attached to hardscape
🧬 Tissue Culture:✅ yes
🌿 Potted Plant: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: Long-lived
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: Low (water column feeder)
🐣 Propagation: Rhizome division
