Anubias on Driftwood

Anubias live plants are hardy, have durable leaves and root structures and offer a lush and attractive leaf. Anubias on driftwood are easy to care for and undemanding in aquariums. They are ideal for substrate digging or shifting fish as the plant is attached to the driftwood and cannot be uprooted.

Available in mini, medium and large. Native to West Africa.

 

Features

• Lush green leaves in a variety of shapes and sizes
  
• Durable leaf & root structure
  
• Planted on driftwood ready to be placed in the aquarium
• Ideal for substrate shifting species
• Tolerates low level lighting

 

Family Name

Araceae

Difficulty

Easy to keep. Anubias tolerate broad conditions and have durable leaves and roots making this plant difficult for plant eating species to eat. 

Water Conditions

• Temperature 26 – 30 °C 
• pH: 6.5 – 8.0
• Water Hardness: 60 -150 ppm

Placement

Foreground, to midground. An excellent centre piece for the aquarium and driftwood provides structure for fish to hide around. 

Growth Rate

Slow growth rate. 

Lighting

Low to moderate lighting requirements. An undemanding species of plant, but ensure leaves are wiped free of algae to ensure adequate photosynthesis.