Anubias Barteri “Nana Petite” is a premium miniature variety of Anubias, prized for its tiny, dense leaves and compact growth. This slow-growing rhizome plant is perfect for detailed aquascapes, nano tanks, shrimp tanks, and high-end planted layouts.
With its rich green coloration and naturally small size, Nana Petite adds refined texture and depth without overwhelming your design. It thrives in low-light environments and requires minimal maintenance, making it one of the most reliable and beginner-friendly plants in the aquarium hobby.
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Key Features
Miniature Growth
One of the smallest Anubias varieties available.
Thick, Compact Leaves
Dense foliage creates a clean, high-end look.
Low Light Tolerant
Thrives in low to moderate lighting.
Slow Growth Rate
Very minimal trimming required.
Hardscape Friendly
Ideal for rocks, driftwood, and bonsai layouts.
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Benefits
Anubias Nana Petite enhances both aesthetics and tank health. Its compact leaves provide shelter for shrimp and fry, grazing surfaces for microfauna, and help stabilize water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.
Because it grows extremely slowly, it maintains a pristine appearance and will not overtake your aquascape, making it perfect for precision layouts and long-term designs.
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Care Guide
Light
Low to moderate lighting.
Water Temperature
72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH
6.0 – 7.5
Placement
Foreground, midground, or attached to hardscape.
Substrate
Do not bury the rhizome.
CO₂
Not required.
Growth Rate
Very slow.
Maintenance Level
Very easy.
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How to Plant
Rinse gently before use.
Attach rhizome to rock or driftwood.
If placing in substrate, keep rhizome exposed.
Avoid strong direct lighting.
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Perfect For
• Nano aquariums
• Shrimp tanks
• Betta tanks
• Bonsai aquascapes
• Low-tech setups
• High-end aquascaping
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Why Choose Anubias Nana Petite?
• One of the smallest and most refined aquarium plants
• Extremely hardy and long-lasting
• No CO₂ or special fertilizer needed
• Algae-resistant foliage
• Perfect for detail work
• Maintains shape for years
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Quality Assurance
• Carefully selected healthy plants
• Inspected before shipping
• Shipped fresh and ready to thrive
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Live Arrival Guarantee
Your plant is protected by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
If it arrives damaged or unhealthy, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos for a replacement or refund.
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Important Notes
• Growth is slow but permanent
• Leaf size remains naturally small
• Do not bury the rhizome
• Live plants vary slightly in shape and size
🌱 Care & Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can place Anubias in substrate but never bury the rhizome (the thick horizontal stem). The rhizome must sit on top of or be attached to hardscape. Burying it causes rot. Roots can go into substrate, but the rhizome stays exposed.
Anubias is a slow grower — expect 1 new leaf every 2-4 weeks. Anubias Nana Petite is even slower. This is normal and actually makes it very low-maintenance. Don’t boost light/CO2 just for Anubias — it causes algae on the leaves.
No, Anubias thrives in low light. In fact, high light causes algae to grow on its slow-growing leaves. Low to moderate indirect light is ideal. This makes Anubias perfect for tanks without specialized lighting.
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