Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’ – UNS

Origin: Cultivar Usage: Epiphyte, Midground, Background CO2: Low Light: Low – High Care: Easy Growth Form: Rhizome Growth Rate: Slow Height: 8 – 16” Width: 8 – 16” Temp: 55 – 86F Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’ is an eye-catching cultivar known for its distinctively shaped leaves that resemble butterfly wings, creating a graceful and sculptural look in the aquarium. Like other Anubias varieties, it originates from the shaded streams and riverbanks of West Africa, where it naturally grows attached to rocks and driftwood. Its hardy, slow-growing nature makes it a low-maintenance favorite for both beginners and experienced aquascapers, thriving in low to moderate light without the need for CO₂ injection or strict water parameters. Perfect for foreground or midground placement, Anubias barteri ‘Butterfly’ can be securely attached to hardscape or placed gently on substrate as long as the rhizome remains exposed. Its thick, durable leaves make it resistant to grazing fish and ideal for community tanks, cichlid setups, or even paludariums. With its elegant leaf shape and enduring resilience, this unique Anubias variant adds both structure and charm to any planted aquarium.