Planting
How to plant each type
Rhizomes, stems, rosettes, carpets, and floaters need different treatment. Get the base right.
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Anubias nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Compact, broad leaves add a deep green accent among rocks and branches. Its slow, steady growth makes it a useful choice for a relaxed maintenance routine.
- Care level
- Easy
- Light
- Low
- Added CO₂
- Optional
- Growth
- Slow
- Placement
- Foreground / midground
- Growing style
- Wood & rock
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How to plant it
Nestle the roots into a crevice or secure the plant to hardscape. Leave the rhizome exposed to moving water; burying this stem can lead to rot. Allow space around the plant for future leaves.
Everyday care
Use lower light or a little shade from taller plants. Keep debris off the leaves and maintain a consistent routine rather than increasing light to force faster growth. Slow growth is normal.
Growing more
Divide a healthy, established rhizome with a clean blade, leaving several leaves on each piece. Secure each division separately and give it time to settle.
What to watch for
Algae can collect on long-lived leaves. Check light intensity and duration before assuming the plant needs more fertilizer.
Care levels are a practical starting point, not a growth guarantee. “Optional CO₂” means added CO₂ is not essential for a suitable low-demand setup. Check the exact listing for the supplied plant form and current options.
Product identification and imagery: AquariumFish.com: Nana Anubias. Additional growing guidance: Tropica plant directory.
Keep learning
Give it a good start.
Nutrition
Substrate & plant nutrition
Choose a rooting medium and feeding routine that work with the plants and water you have.
Troubleshooting
Plant melt: what to check
Separate normal adjustment from ongoing decline by inspecting the base and watching new growth.