Anubias Frazeri

Anubias frazeri

📍 West Africa

Anubias frazeri is a compact, slow-growing rhizome plant featuring deeply lobed, arrow-shaped leaves with a distinctive dark green coloration. It is slightly smaller than Anubias barteri but larger than Anubias nana, making it an excellent choice for midground placement in aquascapes. Like all Anubias species, it is extremely hardy and requires minimal care.

Tank Mates

Amano Shrimp

Non-destructive, will not uproot or damage leaves; helps control algae on plant surfaces

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Peaceful, small, will not harm the plant; beneficial for algae control

excellent

Otocinclus

Gentle algae eater that will not damage Anubias; helps keep leaves clean

good

Neon Tetra

Peaceful schooling fish that will not uproot or consume the plant

excellent

Java Moss

Pairs well visually and shares identical care requirements; can be attached nearby

excellent

Common Diseases

Rhizome Rot

Symptoms

Soft, blackened rhizome; foul odor; leaf yellowing and melting; plant detaches from hardscape

Treatment

Ensure rhizome is not buried in substrate; improve water circulation; remove affected portions with sterile tools; maintain stable water parameters

Algae on Leaves

Symptoms

Green, brown, or black algae coating leaf surfaces; reduced light penetration; stunted growth

Treatment

Gently brush algae off with soft brush or cloth; reduce lighting duration; increase water circulation; add algae-eating shrimp (Amano or Red Cherry); maintain nutrient balance

Leaf Yellowing / Iron Deficiency

Symptoms

Yellowing of new leaves while veins remain green; older leaves unaffected; slow growth

Treatment

Add liquid iron fertilizer (chelated iron) according to product instructions; ensure adequate micronutrient levels; check for nutrient imbalances

Melting on Transition

Symptoms

Leaves become translucent, mushy, and dissolve; occurs after major water parameter changes or emersed-to-submersed transition

Treatment

Maintain stable water conditions; acclimate slowly if moving from emersed to submersed; trim affected leaves; ensure adequate water circulation and light

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Quick Facts

co2: not required
lighting: low
placement: epiphyte
substrate: Epiphyte—attach rhizome to driftwood or rock using fishing line or thread; do not bury the rhizome or it will rot. Does not require substrate.
growth rate: slow