# Anubias Barteri Nana Tissue Culture

**Brand:** Aquarium Co-Op
**Category:** Home & Garden > Plants > Aquatic Plants
**Taxonomy ID:** hg-17-1
**Google Category ID:** 5590
**Price:** $12.99
**Price Segment:** budget
**In Stock:** No

## Description

Smaller variety of anubias Easy care and low light requirements 100% clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails Anubias barteri is one of the most popular species of anubias, so farmers have created a strain called Anubias barteri var. nana that stays smaller and more compact. The vibrant green leaves are oval-shaped with a pointed end, and the plant stays about 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) in height with a rhizome of 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) long. This slow-growing, low light plant can be attached to hardscape by placing a small dab of super glue gel on the roots. Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. 'Nana' Native To: Cameroon Skill Level: E asy 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 fertilizer Propagation: Cut rhizome and split into two plants ***Being a natural product, the plant appearance can vary from what is shown.*** How to Plant Anubias Barteri var Nana 1. Upon receiving the tissue culture plant, immediately open the container and rinse off any excess liquid from the roots. 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 by placing a small dab of super glue gel on the roots. 4. Place the plant in a shaded area with dimmer lighting to avoid algae growth. 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 Barteri Nana — Caring for an Anubias barteri var. nana 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 barteri nana: If the anubias has dying or melting leaves, trim them off at the base of the leaf without damaging the rhizome. How to Propagate Anubias Barteri var Nana — Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut the rhizome and split into two plants. Plant the two sections as normal. Notes — How big does anubias nana grow? As a smaller variety of Anubias barteri , this plant stays about 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) in height with a rhizome of 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) long.

## Specifications

### General Information

| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Anubias Barteri Nana Tissue Culture |
| Scientific Name | Anubias barteri var. 'Nana' |
| Brand | Aquarium Co-Op |
| Native To | Cameroon |
| Skill Level | Easy |

### Plant Characteristics

| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Height | 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) |
| Rhizome Length | 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) |
| Growth Rate | Slow-growing |
| Leaf Shape | Oval-shaped with a pointed end |
| Plant Type | Tissue Culture |

### Care & Maintenance

| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Light Requirements | Low Light (10-20 PAR) |
| CO2 Requirement | None to low |
| Fertilizer | Easy Green fertilizer |
| Placement | Attach to rocks or wood |
| Propagation | Cut rhizome and split into two plants |
| Benefits | 100% clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails |

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: How big does Anubias Barteri Nana grow?**
A: Anubias Barteri Nana is a smaller variety that stays about 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) in height with a rhizome of 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) long, making it ideal for nano aquariums. This slow-growing nature means minimal trimming is required.

**Q: What light requirements does Anubias Barteri Nana have?**
A: Anubias Barteri Nana requires low light between 10-20 PAR. Too much light may cause excess algae growth, so if using brighter lighting, place it further away from the light or under the shade of taller plants in your tank.

**Q: Is Anubias Barteri Nana easy to care for?**
A: Yes, Anubias Barteri Nana has an easy care level and is excellent for beginners. It needs low light, requires no to low CO2, and is slow-growing with minimal maintenance. The tissue culture form arrives clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails.

**Q: Do I need CO2 to grow Anubias Barteri Nana?**
A: No, Anubias Barteri Nana requires no to low CO2, so you don't need a CO2 injection system. It thrives in low-tech aquariums. Optional fertilization with Easy Green until water reaches 20-50 ppm nitrate can help prevent nutrient deficiencies.

**Q: How do I attach Anubias Barteri Nana to rocks?**
A: Place a small dab of super glue gel on the roots to firmly attach Anubias Barteri Nana to rocks or wood. You can also insert the plant between rock cracks. Upon receiving tissue culture plants, immediately rinse excess liquid from roots before attaching.

**Q: What fertilizer does Anubias Barteri Nana need?**
A: Easy Green all-in-one fertilizer is recommended—dose until water reaches 20-50 ppm nitrate. If the plant grows poorly, add Easy Potassium fertilizer in addition to Easy Green for extra potassium supplementation to prevent yellow or brown leaves.

**Q: How do I propagate Anubias Barteri Nana?**
A: Propagate Anubias Barteri Nana by using sharp scissors to cut the rhizome and split it into two separate plants. Each section grows independently. You can gently separate tissue culture plants into smaller clumps by cutting the rhizome before planting.

**Q: What is tissue culture Anubias and why choose it?**
A: Tissue culture Anubias Barteri Nana is grown in lab conditions and arrives 100% clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails—common contaminants in traditional plants. This format provides a guaranteed clean start and prevents introducing unwanted aquarium pests.

**Q: Can I keep Anubias Barteri Nana in a nano tank?**
A: Yes, Anubias Barteri Nana is ideal for nano aquariums at 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) height with a 4–6 inch (10–15 cm) rhizome. Its easy care level requires minimal maintenance in space-constrained environments and works well with nano setups.

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Data verified March 2026.

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