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PLANT OVERVIEW
About Anubias Nana Petite
A miniature version of Anubias nana, perfect for nano tanks.
Anubias Nana Petite has very small leaves, making it ideal for detailed aquascaping and attaching to small branches or rocks.
Foreground · Beginner friendly
Anubias Nana Petite
Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'
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DIFFICULTY
Easy
A forgiving choice for newer planted tanks.
LIGHT
Low
Around 8 hours is a useful starting point.
CO₂
Optional
Injection is not normally necessary.
GROWTH
Slow
Low trimming needs.
CARE PROFILE
What this plant needs.
The useful numbers and practical notes, grouped around how you actually keep the plant.
TANK FIT
Placement + size
Primary placementForeground
Typical height1–2 in
Typical width2 in
Suggested minimum tank2 gal
Suggested tank height4 in+
LIGHT + CO₂
Energy demand
Ideal lightLow
Photoperiod range6–10 hr
Approx. PAR10–50
Injected CO₂Optional
CO₂ benefitLow
NUTRITION
Where it feeds
Root feedingVery Low
Water-column feedingModerate
Overall fertilizer demandLow
Iron demandLow
MicronutrientsLow
WATER
Useful parameter range
Temperature68–82°F
pH6–8
GH2–15 dGH
KH2–12 dKH
How to plant it.
Substrate: Attach to hardscape
Hardscape: Can be attached to rock or wood.
Do not bury the rhizome. Keep the rhizome exposed to reduce the risk of rot.
Do not bury the rhizome.
What to expect after planting.
Propagation
Rhizome division
Acclimation
Very hardy.
What usually goes wrong.
Prone to spot algae in high light.
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