Anubias Nana Petite on Driftwood

Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite' (Anubias Nana Petite) is a miniature, slow-growing aquatic plant prized for its tiny, deep green leaves and compact growth habit. Native to West Africa (as a cultivated variant of Anubias Nana), this plant is ideal for detailed aquascaping and nano aquariums where scale and precision matter.

Its small, rounded leaves grow densely along a creeping rhizome, creating a neat, low-profile appearance. Anubias Nana Petite is best attached to driftwood, rocks, or décor, making it perfect for accenting hardscape and adding fine detail to layouts without overwhelming the design.

Exceptionally hardy and undemanding, this plant thrives in low-light conditions and requires minimal care. Its sturdy leaves resist damage from most fish and provide excellent surfaces for shrimp to graze on biofilm.

Compact, elegant, and easy to maintain, Anubias Nana Petite is a favorite among both beginner and advanced aquascapers.

Key Features

• Miniature, deep green leaves
• Compact, low-growing form
• Extremely hardy and low-maintenance
• Ideal for nano tanks and detailed aquascapes
• Attaches easily to wood, rocks, and décor
• Resistant to most herbivorous fish

Care & Growing Conditions

Anubias Nana Petite is very easy to care for and suitable for low-tech aquariums:

• Lighting: Low to moderate (avoid strong light to reduce algae)
• Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Flow: Low to moderate
• CO₂: Not required
• Propagation: Rhizome division

Note: Keep the rhizome above the substrate to prevent rot. Attach the plant to hardscape using thread or aquarium-safe glue.

Ideal Uses

• Foreground plant in nano aquariums
• Attaching to driftwood and rocks
• Detailed aquascaping accents
• Shrimp tanks and low-tech setups
• Filling small gaps in layouts

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Petite’
• Common Name: Anubias Nana Petite
• Type: Rhizome plant
• Origin: West Africa (cultivated variant)
• Growth Rate: Very slow
• Placement: Foreground
• Difficulty: Easy
• Max Height: 1–3 inches (2–8 cm)

Average purchase size: 2-4"