Anubias Minima

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Anubias minima

• Common Name: Anubias Minima, Narrowleaf Anubias

• Origin: West Africa

• Height: 10–20 cm (4–8 inches); leaves can grow longer depending on conditions

• pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Care: Very easy; suitable for beginners

• Light: Low to moderate; avoid intense lighting to prevent algae on leaves

• CO₂: Not required, though optional CO₂ can slightly improve growth

• Propagation: Rhizome division — cut and reattach to hardscape

• Growth Rate: Slow

🌱 Care Notes

• Leaf Shape: Features narrow, elongated leaves (compared to other Anubias types) — gives a graceful, flowing appearance.

• Placement: Midground or attached to driftwood/rocks; do not bury the rhizome.

• Hardy: Tolerates a wide range of water parameters and is rarely eaten by fish.

• Maintenance: Very low; ideal for low-tech or low-maintenance aquariums.