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| Family Name: |
Araceae (arum family) |
| Scientific Name: |
Anubias barteri var. barteri |
| Common Name: |
Anubias barteri Round Leaf |
| Substrate: |
Rich |
| Lighting: |
Subdued; 30 watts per 25 gallons (100 L) |
| pH value: |
6.0 - 7.5 |
| Hardness: |
2-15°dH |
| Temperature: |
72-82°F (22-28°C) |
| Height: |
Up to 12 in (30 cm) |
| Distribution: |
Tropical West Africa |
| Characteristics: |
Thick creeping rhizome. Leaves stemmed, firm,
leathery. Protect rhizome and roots when planting. Bottom fertilization
necessary, well-warmed bottom and Co2 fertilization
recommeded. |
| Aquarium use: |
Background to middleground |
| From Tropica: |
Anubias barteri var. barteri is an undemanding plant.
It grows somewhat larger than Anubias barteri var. nana but is
grown in the same conditions. Anubias barteri varies considerably
in terms of size and leaf shape. Like other Anubias species, it
is best planted in a shady spot to restrict algae growth on the
leaves. It is also suitable for terrariums and aquaterrariums.
Herbivorous fish do not eat the very tough and robust leaves. |
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