More info
Datasheet
| Aquarium Compatible | yes |
| Plant Outdoor | no |
| Plant Emersed Growth | yes |
| Plant Growth | very slow |
| Plant Colors | medium green, dark green |
| Temperature Tolerance | 12°C / 53.60°F - 30°C / 86.00°F |
| Temperature | 22°C / 71.60°F - 26°C / 78.80°F |
| Carbonate Hardness | 0-15 kh |
| pH Value | 5-8 ph |
| Light | low-high |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO2) | 5-40mg/lmg/l |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | 10-50mg/lmg/l |
| Phosphate (PO43-) | 0.1-3mg/lmg/l |
| Potassium (K+) | 5-30mg/lmg/l |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.01-0.5mg/lmg/l |
General Description
Anubias barteri var. glabra, a plant belonging to the Araceae family, is native to West Africa, specifically Guinea, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo. It is a slow-growing aquatic plant that typically reaches a height of 10-20cm and a width of 10-30cm. The plant has oval-lanceolate leaves that vary in size, with some forms being similar to other varieties of the Anubias barteri species like A. barteri var. angustifolia.
Aquarium Suitability
Anubias barteri var. glabra is suitable for aquariums and is classified as a very easy plant to maintain. It can be utilized in a variety of ways within the tank, such as being attached to rocks or driftwood as an epiphyte, placed between rocks, affixed to the glass with suckers, or planted in the substrate. The plant is commonly used in nano tanks, serving as a cichlid-proof plant suitable for the foreground or midground.
Demands and Hardiness
The plant's growth is very slow, and it prefers low to high light conditions. It has a wide temperature tolerance ranging from 12-30°C but thrives best in temperatures between 22-26°C. Anubias barteri var. glabra is undemanding when it comes to water conditions, requiring a pH range of 5-8, carbon dioxide levels of 5-40mg/l, and nitrate levels between 10-50mg/l, among other parameters.
Aquascaping & Usage
Due to its epiphytic nature, Anubias barteri var. glabra is commonly used as an epiphyte plant that grows on hardscape elements in aquariums. Its compact size and dense populations in the wild make it suitable for creating lush underwater landscapes. This plant can add visual interest to aquascapes and provide hiding spots for small fish or invertebrates.
Propagation
Propagation of Anubias barteri var. glabra can be achieved through rhizome division, splitting, or cutting off daughter plants. The plant's slow growth rate and durability make it easy to propagate and share among different tanks.
Habitat and Distribution
In its natural habitat, Anubias barteri var. glabra is often found along river banks and rocks in forest rivulets in West Africa. It shares its habitat with other aquatic plants like Bolbitis heudelotii and Crinum natans. The plant's adaptability to various growing conditions allows it to thrive in both submerged and emersed environments.