Care specifications
| Type | Rhizome |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Low (10–40 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Fertilizer demand | Low |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Max height | 8 in |
| Spread | 6 in |
| Placement | Midground, Epiphyte |
| Attaches to hardscape | Yes |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Color | Green |
| Trimming | Minimal |
| Styles | Nature, Jungle, Biotope |
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Propagation
Split the rhizome into sections with roots and leaves, then attach each piece to hardscape.
Frequently asked questions
Is Anubias Nangi a good size for a smaller tank?
Yes. It stays more compact than the big species while having more presence than nana petite, making it a good fit for the midground of a 10 to 29 gallon tank. It grows slowly and won't crowd neighbors.
Will Anubias Nangi attach to driftwood on its own?
It will, given time. Glue or tie the rhizome to wood or rock and within a couple of months its roots grip the surface so the plant holds on permanently. Keep the rhizome itself exposed.
Anubias Nangi appears in
- Aquarium plants that grow in low light
- Midground plants for aquariums
- Aquarium plants you can attach to stone
- Aquarium plants you can attach to driftwood
- Aquarium plants that don't need CO2
- Aquarium plants for nano tanks
- Snail-safe aquarium plants
- Slow-growing aquarium plants
- Low-maintenance aquarium plants
- Aquarium plants for beginners
- Aquarium plants for betta tanks
- Plants for jungle-style aquascapes
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