Assorted Anubias – 5cm Pot

Assorted Anubias – 5cm Pot Originating from Africa, these Anubias plants are undemanding and can be grown in any conditions, making it a popular choice for beginners.

Having thick leaves this plant will not be eaten by fish. Attaching this plant to driftwood is popular and is done with fishing line or thread.

When planting in substrate, do not cover the rhizome as it has a tendency to rot. Propagation is done by carefully slicing the rhizome in two or more. Some of these plant species are variations of certain types of Anubias.

Assorted Anubias – 5cm Pot Information;

• • Family: Araceae
• • Origin: Africa
• • pH: 5.5 – 8
• • Temperature: 20 – 30° C
• • Height: 5 cm – 45 cm
• • Lighting: Low – Moderate

Named after the Egyptian god of death Anubis, Anubias originates from the rivers and streams of western and central Africa. They earn their name from the dark and shady locations that they’re commonly found growing in.

Anubias is considered low tech and hardy plants, meaning they do not need a high intensity lighting conditions to do well and can survive in a wide range of water parameters. Under a high light setting, their leaves will grow more compact.

However, they prefer to be under low to medium light, as the leaves are susceptible to algae growth under high lighting. These plants are characterized by their wide, broad leaves and their dark green coloration. Anubias species grow slowly and typically takes 4-6 weeks for a new leaf to form.