Anubias Nana "Petite"

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'

• Common Name: Anubias Nana Petite, Petite Anubias

• Origin: Cultivar (discovered in cultivation; not naturally occurring)

• Height: 2–5 cm (0.8–2 inches)

• pH: 6.0 – 7.5

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

• Light: Low to moderate; prefers shaded areas to prevent algae

• CO₂: Not required; optional CO₂ can improve growth

• Propagation: Rhizome division — cut healthy sections and attach to hardscape

• Growth Rate: Very slow

🌱 Care Notes

• Size & Use: The smallest of all Anubias types — perfect for foreground planting, nano aquariums, or accenting driftwood.

• Hardscape: Should be tied or glued to rocks or wood; never bury the rhizome.

• Durability: Extremely hardy and suitable for low-tech, low-light tanks.

• Algae Prevention: Due to its slow growth, place in lower light areas to reduce algae on leaves.

• Ideal For: Aquascapers looking for tiny, easy-to-maintain plants with deep green leaves and elegant form.