Anubias Lanceolata

Description

Long Pointed Leaves Medium to large anubias, good for mid ground or background planting Easy to grow in low light Anubias lanceolata is hardy type of Anubias with long, slender, pointed leaves. It is a hardy, easy-to-care for plant, and can be great for aquariums with African cichlids and Goldfish. Anubias lanceolata will grow horizontally via its rhizome across the aquarium while sending its big leaves upwards toward the light. Scientific Name: Anubias lanceolata Native To: West Africa Skill Level: Easy Placement: Attach to rocks or wood Recommended Light: Low Light 10-20 PAR ( click to see our PAR chart) CO 2 Requirement: None to low Preferred Fertilizer: Easy Green liquid fertilizer Propagation : Cut rhizome and split into two plants ***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.*** How to Plant Anubias lanceolta 1. Remove the potted plant from the plastic bag. 2. The anubias can be planted as one single plant or gently separated into smaller plant clumps by cutting the rhizome. 3. Insert each plant clump between a crack in a rock or more firmly attach them to decor using super glue gel . Be careful not to bury the rhizome or the plant may suffer. For more details, read this article on how to plant anubias in aquariums and how to glue anubias to rock . How to Care for Anubias lanceolata — Anubias lanceolata care is very easy, so start by using low lighting between 10-20 PAR. Too much light may cause excess algae growth, so if you are using a brighter light, consider placing the anubias further away from the light or under the shade of taller or floating plants. — Why is my anubias turning yellow or brown? It may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a multi-test strip . Dose with Easy Green all-in-one fertilizer until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. If the anubias continues to grow poorly, consider dosing Easy Potassium fertilizer in addition to Easy Green for extra potassium. — How to trim Anubias lanceolata: If the anubias has dying or melting leaves, trim them off at the base of the leaf's stem without damaging the rhizome. How to Propagate Anubias lanceolata — Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut the rhizome and split into two plants. Plant the two sections as normal. Notes — What is the Anubias lanceolata size? This plant can grow up to 8–10 inches (20–30 cm) or more in height.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the light requirements for Anubias Lanceolata?

A: Anubias Lanceolata requires low light conditions between 10-20 PAR for optimal growth. Excess light may cause excess algae growth, so if using a brighter light, place the plant further away from the light source or under the shade of taller or floating plants. This makes it easy to care for.

Q: How big does Anubias Lanceolata grow?

A: Anubias Lanceolata can grow up to 8-10 inches (20-30 cm) or more in height. The plant has a unique growth pattern where it spreads horizontally across the aquarium via its rhizome while simultaneously sending its large leaves upward toward the light, making it ideal for mid-ground or background placement.

Q: Does Anubias Lanceolata need CO2?

A: No, Anubias Lanceolata has a CO2 requirement of none to low, meaning it thrives without supplemental carbon dioxide injection systems. This makes the plant ideal for standard planted aquariums and especially suitable for beginners who are just starting to establish their first planted tanks.

Q: What fertilizer does Anubias Lanceolata need?

A: Easy Green liquid fertilizer is the preferred fertilizer option for this plant. If the plant develops yellowing or browning leaves indicating nutrient deficiency, dose with Easy Green until water reaches 20-50 ppm nitrate levels. For enhanced growth, optionally add Easy Potassium fertilizer for supplemental potassium.

Q: Is Anubias Lanceolata good for cichlid tanks?

A: Yes, Anubias Lanceolata is hardy and specifically recommended for aquariums containing African cichlids and Goldfish. The plant's robust nature and exceptional durability make it one of the best plant choices for larger aquariums with more aggressive fish species that typically uproot delicate plants.

Q: How do I attach Anubias Lanceolata in my aquarium?

A: Attach Anubias Lanceolata to rocks or wood by inserting plant clumps between rock cracks or securing firmly with super glue gel. Never bury the rhizome portion, as this prevents proper plant health and water circulation around the plant base, potentially causing root rot and plant decline.

Q: How do I propagate Anubias Lanceolata?

A: Cut the rhizome with sharp scissors or a sharp blade to split the plant into two separate sections. Each section can be planted normally between rocks or wood using the same attachment methods, making propagation simple and effective for expanding your aquarium plant collection.

Q: What do Anubias Lanceolata's leaves look like?

A: Anubias Lanceolata features distinctive long, slender, pointed leaves that provide an attractive appearance in planted aquariums. The plant spreads horizontally across the aquarium floor via its rhizome while simultaneously sending large leaves upward toward available light, creating a unique aesthetic with both horizontal and vertical growth.