Live Aquarium Plant on Natural Driftwood: Anubias Nana Petite for Low-Light Freshwater Tanks
Bring natural greenery and structure to your freshwater aquarium without planting into the substrate. This live Anubias Nana Petite arrives established on real driftwood, so you can rinse it gently with clean aquarium water and place it directly in your chosen foreground or midground position.
Its compact form and broad, dark green leaves add fine detail to nano tanks, shrimp setups, and community aquariums. The slow growth, easy care, and tolerance for low to moderate light also make it a practical choice for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.
Key Features
- The plant comes pre-attached to natural driftwood, making setup quick while keeping the rhizome safely above the substrate.
- Slow growth and exceptional hardiness provide lasting greenery without demanding frequent maintenance.
- Low to moderate light is suitable, allowing the plant to fit comfortably into many low-tech freshwater setups.
- The attached driftwood can be repositioned whenever the aquascape needs a refresh or tank maintenance calls for easier access.
- Broad, dark green leaves add natural texture and create shelter for shrimp and small fish.
- No substrate or added CO₂ is required, simplifying care for new aquarists and established planted-tank keepers.
Specifications
- Scientific name: Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'.
- Product type: Live freshwater rhizome plant on driftwood.
- Attachment medium: Mineral wool.
- Growth rate: Slow.
- Lighting: Low to moderate.
- Placement: Foreground to midground.
- Difficulty level: Easy.
- Water temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- CO₂ requirement: Not required.
- Suitable tanks: Freshwater planted, community, and shrimp tanks.
- Available sizes: Small, Medium, and Large.
- Do not bury the rhizome or wood.
- Trim older leaves when needed.
- Clean algae gently from the leaves.
Choose a size for your aquarium and enjoy an easy-to-position living accent that brings lasting greenery, natural texture, and useful cover to freshwater inhabitants.