Anubias Nana 5cm Pot

🔥 Anubias Nana (Anubias barteri var. nana)
Add hardy greenery and timeless natural beauty to your aquarium with the ever-popular Anubias Nana. Anubias barteri var. nana Known for its compact size, deep green leaves, and incredibly easy care requirements, Anubias Nana is one of the best beginner-friendly aquarium plants available. Its slow growth and tough leaves make it ideal for everything from nano tanks to large aquascapes.

Whether attached to wood, rocks, or used as a foreground accent, Anubias Nana adds a lush, natural look to freshwater aquariums with very little maintenance.

🌿 Why Choose Anubias Nana?
🌱 Hardy low-maintenance aquarium plant
🪴 Compact deep green leaves ideal for aquascaping
🦐 Perfect for shrimp tanks and nano aquariums
🌿 Thrives in low-light aquariums
⭐ Excellent beginner-friendly live plant

In a mature aquarium, Anubias Nana slowly spreads across hardscape surfaces, creating a rich natural appearance with minimal upkeep.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana
📛 Common Name: Anubias Nana
💡 Lighting: Low to medium
🪴 Placement: Foreground or midground
📏 Growth Height: ~5–15 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 20–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.8
💧 Care Level: Easy
🌱 Growth Rate: Slow
🫧 CO₂ Requirement: Not required
🍽️ Fertilisation: Optional liquid fertiliser beneficial

Anubias Nana grows best when attached to wood, rocks, or décor, allowing the rhizome to remain exposed above the substrate.

🐠 Best For Aquariums With
🦐 Shrimp and snail aquariums
🐠 Bettas, gouramis, tetras, and peaceful community fish
🌿 Low-tech planted aquariums
🐟 Fry tanks and fish requiring shaded resting spots
🪵 Natural wood and rock aquascapes

⚠️ Important Notes
The rhizome should never be buried in substrate, as this can cause the plant to rot. Due to its slow growth, occasional algae buildup on leaves may occur under excessive lighting.

A fantastic choice for UK aquarists wanting a durable, attractive live plant that thrives in almost any freshwater aquarium setup.