🌿 Anubias barteri “Nana Bonsai” (Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Bonsai’)
🌿 Anubias barteri “Nana Bonsai” (Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Bonsai’)
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Rhizome Plant • Foreground Plant • Nano Aquascape Plant
📋 Anubias barteri “Nana Bonsai” (Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Bonsai’) is an ultra-compact variety known for its Tiny Thick Dark Green Leaves and miniature growth form.
This plant is perfect for nano aquariums and detailed aquascapes, where it mimics the look of small bonsai trees when attached to hardscape.
Its slow growth and hardy nature make it ideal for beginners and low-tech setups.
When properly placed, it becomes a stunning Miniature Foreground Hardscape Plant that adds detail and realism.
💡 Highlights
🌿 Miniature Leaves: Extremely small compact foliage
🪵 Bonsai Appearance: Ideal for detailed aquascapes
💡 Low-Light Friendly: Perfect for low-tech tanks
🐢 Slow Growing: Minimal maintenance required
💚 Hardy Plant: Excellent for beginners
🧾 A Quick Look at Anubias barteri “Nana Bonsai”
📛 Common Name: Anubias Nana Bonsai
🔬 Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Bonsai’
👨👩👧 Family: Araceae
🌍 Origin: Cultivated form (West Africa lineage)
📏 Max Size: 3–8 cm (≈ 1.2–3.2″)
💧 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 • Hardscape
🧬 Tissue Culture: ✅ Yes
🌿 Potted Plant: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: Very long-lived
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: Low
🐣 Propagation: Rhizome division
