Anubias Nana "Dwarf"

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana "Dwarf"

• Common Name: Dwarf Anubias, Anubias Nana Dwarf

• Origin: Cultivar; originally derived from West African Anubias

• Height: 3–5 cm (1.2–2 inches)

• pH: 6.0 – 7.8

• Care: Very easy; excellent for beginners and nano tanks

• Light: Low to moderate; too much light can lead to algae growth

• CO₂: Not required; can thrive in low-tech setups

• Propagation: Rhizome division — cut healthy sections and attach to rock or wood

• Growth Rate: Very slow

🌱 Care Notes

• Placement: Ideal for foreground in small or nano aquariums.

• Hardscape Attachment: Should be attached to driftwood or stones using thread or glue — do not bury the rhizome.

• Durability: Tough leaves that even herbivorous fish typically avoid.

• Algae: Monitor for algae due to its slow growth; shaded placement helps prevent buildup.