Anubias barteri var. nana | Epiphytic plant tied to coconut

Anubias barteri var. nana is an extremely robust and popular epiphytic plant, ideally suited for almost any aquarium. In this variant, it is supplied attached to a natural coconut – a decorative combination of plant and hardscape, ready for immediate use.

The compact, leathery, dark green leaves make Anubias nana particularly durable and resilient. The coconut provides a natural substrate and blends harmoniously into natural aquariums, shrimp tanks, and aquascapes. The plant is not planted – the rhizome remains free and healthy while it slowly and steadily grows on the coconut.

🌿 Plant Profile:

🔸 Scientific name: Anubias barteri var. nana
🔸 Family: Araceae
🔸 Origin: West Africa
🔸 Light requirements: low – medium
🔸 Temperature: 20–28 °C
🔸 Growth: very slow
🔸 Placement: Foreground / Midground / Hardscape
🔸 Growth height: approx. 5–10 cm
🔸 pH value: 5.5–8.0
🔸 Water hardness: soft – hard
🔸 CO₂ requirement: not necessary
🔸 Propagation: Rhizome division
🔸 Delivery form: attached to coconut

💡 Tip:

Ideal for shrimp and crayfish tanks: The coconut serves as a hiding place, while the Anubias creates shady zones. With subdued lighting, the plant remains particularly algae-free.

👉 Conclusion:

Anubias barteri var. nana on coconut is a low-maintenance, decorative complete solution of plant and hardscape – perfect for beginners, low-tech aquariums, and natural layouts.