Anubias Nana Petite

Name: Anubias Nana Petite
SKU: 15915
Availability: InStock

₹300

The smallest known dwarf Anubias (epiphyte) with dense, tiny, dark-green leaves, reaching only a few inches in height. It is extremely hardy and perfect for foreground accenting, fitting into the smallest crevices of hardscap

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Categories: Anubias, Plants

Description

Key Characteristics of Anubias Nana ‘Petite’

Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Petite’ (also sold as ‘Bonsai’)
Distinctive Feature: Its miniature size. The leaves are significantly smaller than the standard A. nana, often measuring less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.
Size & Growth: One of the smallest Anubias varieties. Total plant height typically stays within 2–4 inches (5–10 cm), forming low, dense clumps. It is a very slow grower.
Hardiness: Extremely hardy, robust, and tolerant of wide water parameters. An excellent choice for beginners.
Lighting: Low to medium light is ideal. Its slow growth rate means very bright light can easily lead to algae overgrowth on the leaves.
Planting: As an epiphyte, it must be attached (glued or tied) to hardscape (rocks, driftwood) with the rhizome completely exposed to the water to prevent rot.
Use in Aquascaping: Ideal for creating a detailed foreground, accenting small pieces of hardscape, or simulating foliage on “aquascaping trees” in nano aquariums.