Care Guide
Anubias nana petite
Anubias Barteri Var Nana Petite
Care at a Glance
Lighting
Low - Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Growth Form
Spreading rhizome
Placement
Foreground
True Aquatic
Yes
Available As
Bare root or potted
About This Plant
Anubias barteri var. 'nana petite' is a relatively new addition to the aquarium plant trade. Anubias nana petite is a minute variety of Anubias barteri var. 'nana' that can be used in the smallest of places and is an excellent foreground plant. Anubias nana petite attaches to wood or rocks just like the other types of Anubias but is much smaller. The growth is also slower, and remains very compact, with tight clusters of leaves on short petioles (stems) This is a great aquarium plant for nano set ups or in areas of larger tanks where a smaller plant is desired. Anubias nana petite is a great aquarium plant with many uses. The rhizome must be kept above the substrate surface or it can rot. Only the white roots should be buried.
Care Requirements
Easy, beginner plant
Family
Araceae
Native To
West Africa
Available to Purchase
Anubias nana petite — $21.99
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