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Anubias Nana Petite
Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Araceae
Variety of Anubias Nana · petite
📍 West Africa
Anubias Nana Petite is a cultivar even smaller than standard Nana, with leaves rarely exceeding 1.5 cm (0.6 in) — making it the go-to foreground and carpeting anubias in nano aquascapes. Its slow growth means algae build-up on leaves is its biggest challenge; moderate flow and controlled nutrients help keep leaves clean. Exceptionally popular in Japanese Nature Aquarium style layouts.
Tank Mates
Gentle algae grazers that clean leaves without damaging delicate tissue; ideal for preventing algae buildup on Anubias foliage.
Peaceful invertebrates that graze algae and detritus on leaves without harming the plant; thrive in the same low-light conditions.
Small, non-aggressive fish that won't uproot or damage the plant; compatible with nano setups featuring Anubias Petite.
Companion rhizome plant with similar care requirements; both attach to hardscape and thrive in low-light, slow-growth layouts.
Complementary foreground plant with matching low-light tolerance; creates dense, natural-looking carpet alongside Anubias Petite.
Excellent algae cleaners that actively graze biofilm and algae spores from leaf surfaces without causing damage.
Common Diseases
Algae Overgrowth (Green Spot, Black Beard)
Visible green or black algae coating leaf surfaces; reduced light penetration; plant appears dull or obscured.
Increase water flow around the plant, perform 25–30% weekly water changes, reduce photoperiod to 6–8 hours, and manually remove algae with a soft brush. Add algae-eating fish (Otocinclus, Amano Shrimp) or reduce nutrient levels if fertilizing.
Rhizome Rot
Soft, mushy rhizome; foul odor; leaves yellowing and detaching; visible decay at the base.
Remove the plant and inspect the rhizome. Trim away rotted tissue with a sterile blade, leaving only firm white/tan material. Reattach to hardscape above the substrate to improve water circulation. Ensure moderate flow and avoid burying the rhizome in substrate.
Nutrient Deficiency (Slow/No Growth)
Stunted growth, pale or yellowing leaves, no new leaf development over several months.
Dose liquid all-in-one fertilizer (Thrive, Flourish) at 1–2x weekly at half-strength. Ensure adequate lighting (15–50 PAR minimum) and moderate water flow. Check that fish bioload is sufficient; in low-bioload tanks, fertilization becomes essential.
Melting (Tissue Breakdown)
Leaves become translucent, mushy, and dissolve; rapid deterioration after planting.
This is typically a transition response to new water conditions. Maintain stable parameters (pH 6.0–8.0, 22–28 °C), ensure moderate flow, and be patient—new growth usually emerges within 2–4 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing during this period.
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Growing in 2 tanksCommunity tanks featuring Anubias Nana Petite.
Quick Facts
- co2
- Not required
- light
- Low to medium (15–50 PAR)
- placement
- Foreground carpet or micro hardscape accent; attach to wood or rock
- substrate
- Not planted in substrate
- growth rate
- Very slow
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–8.0
- nitrate
- <30 ppm
- hardness
- 2–25 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)