Anubias barteri var. glabra - Potted Plant
Anubias barteri var. glabra - Potted Plant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I place this plant in my aquarium?
Where should I place this plant in my aquarium?
It suits shaded foreground spots, ideally positioned beneath larger plants where light intensity is lower, since strong light should be avoided.
Will my fish eat it?
Will my fish eat it?
It is not eaten by herbivorous fish, so it holds up well in tanks that house grazing species.
How do I plant the rhizome?
How do I plant the rhizome?
If placing it in the substrate, keep the rhizome uncovered. Burying it tends to cause it to rot.
Is this the same as Anubias afzelii?
Is this the same as Anubias afzelii?
No. This plant was previously sold under that name, but Anubias afzelii is actually a larger species. Anubias barteri var. glabra is a distinct, more compact plant.
What format does it come in?
What format does it come in?
It is supplied as a pack of five pots.
This rhizome plant from West Africa suits shaded foreground spots beneath taller plants, where strong light isn't wanted. It tolerates a wide range of aquarium conditions, which keeps upkeep low for newer fishkeepers, and because herbivorous fish leave it alone, it maintains its coverage in tanks that house grazing species.
Anubias barteri var. glabra is a rhizome-forming aquarium plant recognised by its long, narrow leaves, a feature that sets it apart from Anubias afzelii, the larger species it used to be sold under. It is suited to foreground positions tucked beneath bigger plants, where the shadier light levels suit it better than bright, open spots.
The plant reaches 10-20 cm in overall height, with the rhizome sending up leaves that typically grow to 10-15 cm or more. It adapts well to varied water conditions, which helps it settle in without special equipment or dosing routines.
Strong lighting should be avoided; shaded placement under larger plants gives better results than an exposed position. If you're planting the rhizome into substrate rather than attaching it to hardscape, leave it uncovered, since buried rhizomes tend to rot.
Because it isn't eaten by herbivorous fish, it holds its shape and coverage over time in tanks where grazing species are kept. You receive a pack of five pots of Anubias barteri var. glabra, supplied ready for planting or attaching to hardscape.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Africa |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Aquarium placement | Foreground |
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