Anubias Barteri var 'Barteri'

Anubias barteri var. barteri is a popular aquatic plant in the aquarium hobby. It belongs to the family Araceae and is native to West Africa, particularly Nigeria and Cameroon. This plant is commonly known as Anubias and is named after the ancient Egyptian god Anubis.

The plant typically has broad, dark green leaves that are leathery and heart-shaped. The leaves are attached to a rhizome, which should not be buried in the substrate. Instead, the rhizome should be attached to rocks or driftwood in the aquarium.

Anubias barteri var. barteri is a slow-growing plant, making it low-maintenance and suitable for aquariums with various lighting conditions.

1. Lighting and Water Conditions: It can thrive in low to moderate lighting conditions, and it is not demanding when it comes to water parameters. However, it does benefit from a nutrient-rich substrate or water column fertilization.
2. Placement: As mentioned earlier, it is important not to bury the rhizome in the substrate, as this can lead to rot. Instead, the plant should be attached to rocks or driftwood using fishing line or thread until it attaches itself.
3. Propagation: Anubias barteri var. barteri can be propagated by dividing the rhizome into separate sections. Each section should have a portion of the rhizome and a few leaves. These new sections can then be attached to rocks or driftwood as individual plants.
4. Tankmates: This plant is a good choice for aquariums with herbivorous fish, as the leathery leaves are less likely to be consumed compared to more delicate plants.

Anubias species, including Anubias barteri var. barteri, are popular choices for aquarium enthusiasts due to their hardiness and ease of care. They are often used in aquascaping to create natural-looking underwater landscapes.

Care Tips

• It requires low to moderate lighting and nutrient-rich water, while CO₂ injection/supplementation can speed up its growth rate.
• It reproduces through rhizome division.