| Scientific Name: | Anubias barteri var. nana |
| Common Name: | Dwarf Anubias |
| Substrate: | Rich |
| Lighting: | Subdued |
| pH value: | Not critical |
| Hardness: | Not critical |
| Temperature: | 77°F (25°C) |
| Height: | 6 in (15 cm) |
| Distribution: | Tropical West Africa |
| Characteristics: | Dark green elliptical to egg-shaped leaves are borne on short petioles that arise from a creeping stem |
| Aquarium use: | Foreground |
| From Tropica: | Anubias barteri var. nana is a small, attractive plant which thrives in all conditions. It grows slowly, and the leaves survive for several years, giving slow-growing algae the chance to become established. The best result is achieved by planting on a stone or tree root. Fishing line can be used to attach the plant until it gains a hold. If planted on the bottom the rhizome must not be covered because it tends to rot. It flowers frequently under water. It is not eaten by herbivorous fish. |
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