Green Plant Bundle — Anubias Barteri & Java Fern
Anubias barteri & Microsorum pteropus
- Light
- Low
- CO2
- Not needed
- Temperature
- 72–82 °F
- Difficulty
- Easy
The two easiest aquarium plants in one bundle: one Anubias barteri and one Java fern. Both grow on rock or driftwood, need only low light and no CO2, and give fish and shrimp natural cover.
About this Plant
Anubias barteri var. angustifolia was previously sold incorrectly as Anubias lanceolata . Anubias barteri 'angustifolia' is very easy to grow in an aquarium and this Anubias has long slender leaves that give it an especially graceful appearance. Anubias barteri 'angustifolia' as an aquarium plant is an excellent choice for beginners. Anubias barteri var. angustifolia is also an excellent choice for planted cichlid tanks because of its tough leaves.
The rhizome must be kept above the substrate surface or it can rot. Only the white roots should be buried.
Care Guide
- Common Name
- Anubias lanceolata
- Family
- Araceae
- Native To
- Africa
- Lighting
- Low - Medium
- Requirements
- Easy beginner plant
- Growth Form
- Rhizome
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- True Aquatic
- Yes
- Placement in Tank
- Mid to Background, depending on tank size
- Available As
- Bare root and potted
