Mini Anubias

Anubias minima

Family : Araceae

PlantFreshwaterepiphyte

Very small Anubias species, perfect for nano aquariums and foregrounds.

Popularity

Easy plant

standard lighting, few requirements

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

West Africa

Rivières ouest-africaines : Niger, Congo, Cameroun.

Description

Anubias minima is a dwarf species with oval leaves 2-5 cm, dark green. The rhizome is very thin and short, forming dense clumps. It usually does not exceed 5-8 cm in height. Growth is extremely slow. It produces small white flowers when emersed. Ideal for small aquariums, it can be used as foreground or attached to small stones. It is very hardy and tolerates varied conditions.

Habitat

Region :

Shaded forest streams, on rocks or roots

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH3–10 °dGH

KH2–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 1.5 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 10 mg/L

Light

Low

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

5 L

Min. group

Adult size

6 cm

Lifespan

8 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

rhizome division

Care notes

Parameters identical to other Anubias: temperature 22-28°C, pH 6-7.5, GH 3-10. Low to moderate light. Attach to a small rock or root. Do not bury rhizome. Light fertilization. CO2 not needed. Rarely needs trimming. Compatible with shrimp and small fish. Minimum tank size 5 liters. Watch for algae if light is too intense.

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