Anubias barteri nana on Lava Rock – Easy Live Aquarium Plant

Anubias barteri nana on Lava Rock – Easy Live Aquarium Plant

The Anubias barteri var. nana on Lava Rock is a hardy and low-maintenance aquarium plant, securely attached to a natural piece of porous lava rock. This classic plant is known for its broad, deep green leaves and ability to thrive in low light and low-tech setups, making it perfect for beginners. Lava rock provides natural anchoring and beneficial surface area for bacterial growth, enhancing your aquarium’s biological balance.

• Pre-attached to natural lava rock for easy placement
• Hardy, low-light plant ideal for beginners
• Adds lush greenery to aquascapes and shrimp tanks
• Lava rock promotes beneficial bacteria growth
• Safe for shrimp, snails, bettas, and community fish

Care Guide:

• Lighting: Low to medium
• Temperature: 70–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.8
• CO₂: Not required
• Placement: Foreground or midground accent
• Growth Rate: Slow

Care Tips:
✅ Do not bury the rhizome—keep it above substrate
✅ Trim older leaves to encourage new growth
✅ Occasional liquid fertilizer helps maintain rich green color

FAQs:
Q: Does Anubias nana need CO₂?
A: No, it’s a hardy plant that thrives in low-tech tanks.

Q: Can it grow out of water?
A: Yes, it can be grown emersed or submerged.

Q: Is it shrimp-safe?
A: 100%! It’s perfect for shrimp tanks and provides excellent grazing areas.