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Anubias barteri var. nana on a bogwood

Anubias is a genus of species of aquatic and semi-aquatic flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to tropical central and western Africa.

They primarily grow in rivers and streams, but can also be found in marshes. They are characterized by broad, thick, dark leaves. Their stolons must always be above the substrate in order to survive. Reproduction is by stolon division or from side shoots.

Currently used in aquariums are 7 major species, with a number of varieties. The taxonomy of the species is not yet final (this also happens for many aquatic plants species), and scientific names have changed quite often.

Selected species and varieties

Cultivation and uses

Anubias are commonly used in aquariums, usually attached to rocks or bogwood. In contrast to most plants, Anubias generally prefer subdued lighting and can also produce flowers underwater.

This species is considered by many aquarists one of the easiest plants to maintain, since its light and nutrient requirements are very low and also because herbivorous fish will not eat it.

Its natural growth rate is very slow. Unfortunatelly, this species is also one of the few which do not respond to CO2 addition.

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