Stoffels Anubias barteri 'Petite' In-Vitro

Anubias barteri ‘Petite’ – In-Vitro

The Anubias barteri ‘Petite’ is a highly popular, low-maintenance aquatic plant featuring small, dark green leaves and compact growth. Renowned for its hardiness, it is perfect for both beginner and experienced aquarists. The in-vitro version ensures a healthy, pest-free plant, ideal for immediate introduction into your aquarium.

Key Features:

Compact Size: Smaller than the standard Anubias barteri, making it ideal for nano aquariums or as an accent plant in foreground or midground areas.

Hardy Plant: Tolerates a wide range of water conditions and thrives in low to moderate lighting.

In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile, nutrient-rich conditions, free from snails, algae, and pathogens for a clean start.

Low Maintenance: Slow-growing and requires minimal trimming, making it perfect for low-tech setups or tanks without CO₂ supplementation.

Care Requirements:

Lighting: Tolerates low light but also thrives under moderate lighting. Avoid high-intensity direct light to prevent algae on leaves.

CO₂: Not required, but can enhance growth and overall plant health.

Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 22–28 °C

Placement: Best in the foreground or attached to hardscape such as driftwood or rocks. Avoid burying the rhizome to prevent rot.

Growth Rate: Slow; encourages compact, tidy growth.

Propagation: Rhizome division.

Planting Tips:

• Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove nutrient gel before planting.

• Can be tied or glued to hardscape (driftwood, rocks, decorative stones).

• Can also be placed on the substrate, but ensure the rhizome remains above it to avoid decay.

• Its slow growth makes it ideal for low-maintenance aquariums and aquascapes.

Scientific Name: Anubias barteri ‘Petite’
Origin: West Africa
Family: Araceae
Height: 3–5 cm
Growth Rate: Slow
Placement in Tank: Foreground, Midground, Attached to Hardscape
Light Requirement: Low to Moderate
CO₂ Requirement: Not necessary but can enhance growth
Temperature: 22–28 °C
pH: 6.0–7.5
Propagation: Rhizome division