Anubias sp. ‘Petite’

Anubias sp. ‘Petite’ is a mutation which appeared in cultivation at the Oriental aquarium plant nursery in Singapore. Grows very slowly, and can be difficult to keep in healthy growth. Stays less than 5 cm tall and with a rhizome from 3-10 cm or more. It is most decorative when attached to stones or roots, and like other Anubias should be attached with fishing line until it gains a hold. A specialty plant which is ideal for miniature landscapes in small aquariums.

Plant info:

Type:	Rhizomatous
Origin:	Cultivar
Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation.
Growth rate:	Slow
Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.
Height:	3 – 5+
Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank.
Light demand:	Low
The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L.
CO2 :	Low
A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.