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Anubias Golden
Anubias barteri var. nana 'Golden'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Alismatales›Araceae
📍 West Africa
Rare yellow-green variant of Anubias Nana. New leaves emerge bright golden-yellow before darkening. Unique colour for a low-light plant.
Tank Mates
Peaceful algae grazers that won't damage plant leaves and help maintain tank cleanliness
Gentle invertebrates that graze algae without harming plants; thrive in low-light conditions
Excellent companion plant with similar care requirements and growth rate
Compatible low-light plant that creates natural-looking hardscape coverage
Small, peaceful fish that won't uproot or damage attached plants
Calm bottom-dweller compatible with low-light planted setups
Common Diseases
Rhizome Rot
Soft, blackened rhizome; mushy texture; foul odor; leaf loss
Remove affected plant, trim rotted portions with sterile tools, reduce water column nutrients, improve water flow, and replant in clean substrate. Ensure rhizome is not buried.
Algae Overgrowth
Green, brown, or black algae coating leaves; reduced light penetration; stunted growth
Gently brush algae from leaves with soft brush, reduce lighting duration to 6-8 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating fish like Otocinclus, and reduce excess nutrients.
Nutrient Deficiency
Pale or yellowing leaves; loss of golden coloration in new growth; stunted development
Dose liquid all-in-one fertilizer weekly, ensure adequate fish waste in the tank, perform regular water changes to maintain nutrient balance, and verify lighting is adequate.
Melting
Rapid leaf deterioration; transparent or dissolving leaf tissue; overall plant decline
Improve water quality with frequent partial water changes, ensure stable temperature (23-28°C), reduce lighting stress, and maintain consistent fertilization. Plant usually recovers within 2-4 weeks.
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Quick Facts
- co2
- not required
- lighting
- low-medium
- placement
- foreground/attached
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- slow