Live Aquarium Plant, Anubias Barteri Nana for Low-Light Freshwater Tanks and Natural Midground Aquascapes

Anubias Barteri Nana is a live freshwater aquarium plant with rich dark green leaves and a slow, steady growth habit. Its natural midground presence adds depth and structure between foreground and background plantings.

Beginner-friendly and easy to maintain, this hardy epiphytic plant tolerates a wide range of water conditions and performs under low to moderate lighting. Attach it to rock or driftwood instead of planting the rhizome beneath the substrate.

Key Features

• Low-maintenance growth requires minimal trimming, making the plant suitable for beginner aquarists and first-time plant keepers.
• Deep green foliage brings a lush, natural appearance to freshwater community tanks, planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and nano aquariums.
• Epiphytic growth allows secure attachment to driftwood or rocks using fishing line, thread, or aquarium-safe glue.
• Low-light compatible and tolerant of moderate light; high-output aquarium lighting is not required.
• CO₂ supplementation is not required. Liquid fertilizer or root tabs may support healthy growth but are optional.
• Suitable for midground focal points and natural layouts where its leaves can visually bridge foreground and background layers.

Specifications

• Plant: Anubias Barteri Nana (Anubias barteri)
• Aquarium type: Freshwater
• Placement: Midground; attach to rock or driftwood
• Lighting: Low to moderate
• Recommended temperature: 72–82°F
• Recommended pH: 6.0–7.5
• Growth rate: Slow and steady
• Maintenance: Minimal trimming; remove dead or damaged leaves as they appear
• Size selections: In 2 Inch Pot; 1 Plant - Large (6+ Inches); Medium 3-5 Inches; Small 1-3 Inches
• Important care: Keep the rhizome exposed and do not bury it in substrate, as burial can cause rot

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, and appearance, and growth depends on aquarium conditions, lighting, nutrients, and planting technique. Although plants are inspected and prepared before packing, occasional hitchhikers such as bladder snails or other microorganisms may appear after transit or acclimation. For healthy long-term growth, secure the plant above the substrate and keep its rhizome exposed.