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Anubias barteri, probably the most famous aquarium plant, also known as Anubius or Anubias barteri, is a relatively small and attractive plant that thrives in all conditions. It has arrow-shaped leaves that are a vibrant green color. It will reach 5-10 cm in height. The plant's rhizomes are known to grow up to 10-15 cm or more. It is a slow growing plant and the leaves survive for several years. This allows slow-growing algae a chance to establish themselves. A pH of 6.5 to 7.5 is ideal and is best maintained with an alkalinity of 3 to 7 dKH. A high quality substrate fertilizer is required, and the use of CO2 fertilization is recommended. It is not eaten by herbivorous fish. Planting on stone or tree root will achieve the best result. To keep these plants small, simply trim the leaves near the rhizome with sharp scissors.
Care Level: Easy
Width: 8cm - 12cm
Height: 5cm - 15cm
Lighting requirement: 0.25 Watt per liter
Water temperature: 22 - 28 o C
Position in the aquarium: Foreground
Origin: Cameroon
Growth speed: slow
Family: Araceae
Type: Rhizomes
