Live Aquarium Plant Anubias Nana Golden for Low-Tech Nano Tanks, Terrariums and Paludarium Hardscapes

Anubias Nana Golden brings bright yellow-green color to compact aquariums while keeping plant care approachable for new and experienced aquarists. Its small footprint fits neatly into foreground areas, nano hardscapes and midground crevices.

This slow-growing rhizome plant can live submerged in a freshwater aquarium or emersed in the humid conditions of a terrarium or paludarium. Place it against dark rock, driftwood or deep green moss to make its chartreuse foliage stand out.

Key Features

• Low-to-medium light requirements suit low-tech aquarium routines, so vivid foliage does not depend on a high-intensity lighting setup.
• CO2 injection is not required, making the plant easier to incorporate into a simple planted tank; optional CO2 can encourage denser growth.
• Its hardy epiphyte growth lets you secure it directly to rock or driftwood, adding greenery without burying the rhizome.
• The compact form works well in tight hardscape details and nano tanks where larger plants could overwhelm the layout.
• Tough foliage resists grazing from cichlids, snails and dwarf shrimp, helping the plant hold its place in a shared freshwater habitat.
• Slow growth keeps the arrangement manageable, while stable conditions and good water flow support smoother acclimation and discourage spot algae.

Specifications

• Scientific name: Anubias barteri var. nana 'Golden'.
• Common names: Anubias Nana Golden and Golden Anubias.
• Family: Araceae.
• Plant type: Epiphyte rhizome plant.
• Care difficulty: Easy and beginner-friendly.
• Light requirement: Low to medium.
• CO2 requirement: Not required; beneficial for growth and leaf density.
• Placement: Foreground, nano hardscape or midground crevices.
• Height: 2–4 inches.
• Growth rate: Slow, approximately one leaf every 2–3 weeks.
• Water pH: 6.0–7.5.
• Water temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C).
• Propagation: Rhizome division.
• Origin: West Africa cultivar.
• Available sizes: Pot, 3 Pot Package and 5 Pot Package.

Remove the pot and rockwool before planting, then fasten the roots to aquarium hardscape using aquarium-safe glue or thread. Keep the rhizome above the substrate to prevent rot, avoid intense light and maintain good water flow.