Anubias Frazeri
Anubias frazeri
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Liliopsida›Alismatales›Araceae
📍 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.
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Compatible Livestock
Non-destructive, will not uproot or damage leaves; helps control algae on plant surfaces
Peaceful, small, will not harm the plant; beneficial for algae control
Gentle algae eater that will not damage Anubias; helps keep leaves clean
Peaceful schooling fish that will not uproot or consume the plant
Pairs well visually and shares identical care requirements; can be attached nearby
Common Diseases
Rhizome Rot
Soft, blackened rhizome; foul odor; leaf yellowing and melting; plant detaches from hardscape
Ensure rhizome is not buried in substrate; improve water circulation; remove affected portions with sterile tools; maintain stable water parameters
Algae on Leaves
Green, brown, or black algae coating leaf surfaces; reduced light penetration; stunted growth
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
Yellowing of new leaves while veins remain green; older leaves unaffected; slow growth
Add liquid iron fertilizer (chelated iron) according to product instructions; ensure adequate micronutrient levels; check for nutrient imbalances
Melting on Transition
Leaves become translucent, mushy, and dissolve; occurs after major water parameter changes or emersed-to-submersed transition
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
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0-7.5
- ammonia
- 0 ppm
- nitrate
- <20 ppm
- hardness
- 2-8 dGH
- temperature
- 72–79°F (22–26°C)
Legality
No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.
Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.