Anubias Barteri Petite Round
Plant Profile
For aquascapers seeking to soften sharp, jagged rockwork without overcrowding compact layouts, Anubias Barteri Petite Round delivers neat, coin-shaped foliage! Its deep green, glossy foliage contrasts beautifully with driftwood, making it a great pick for tucking into crevices for a pop of color. Give it low light and a little patience (it’s slow-growing), and this hardy epiphyte will settle in as a foreground accent or midground detail in low-tech aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums.
Key Features & Benefits
- Miniature profile makes it one of the most versatile nano aquarium plants for smaller layouts.
- Thick, leathery leaves deter grazing from plant-eating cichlids, snails, and dwarf shrimp.
- Resilient nature handles a wide range of water parameters in low-tech setups with ease.
Care & Planting Instructions
- Prep the plant by removing it from the pot and clearing all rockwool from the roots.
- Attach to hardscape using aquarium‑safe glue or thread; keep the horizontal rhizome above substrate to prevent rot.
- Maintain stable conditions to support smooth acclimation and reduce initial leaf loss.
- Avoid intense direct light and ensure good water flow to prevent spot algae on slow‑growing leaves.
- CO₂ is optional but improves growth speed and leaf density.
- Learn more about planting these species by reading our guide on How to Plant Epiphyte Aquatic Plants.
- Master long-term care and propagation with the article All About Anubias Aquarium Plants.
Quick Facts
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anubias barteri var. 'Petite Round' |
| Common Name(s) | Anubias Barteri Petite Round, Anubias Petite Round |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte (Rhizome / Nano Dwarf) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low to Medium |
| CO2 Requirement | Not Required but Beneficial |
| Placement / Usage | Foreground, Nano Hardscape Crevices, Midground |
| Height / Size | 1 – 3 inches |
| Growth Rate | Slow (1 leaf every 2-3 weeks) |
| Water Parameters | pH 6.0 – 7.5 | Temperature 68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C) |
| Propagation Method | Separate by Rhizome Division |
| Origin | West Africa / Cultivar |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does Petite Round differ visually from standard Nana Petite?
While standard Anubias Nana Petite features elongated, tear-drop leaves with pointed tips, Anubias Petite Round produces distinctly circular, coin-shaped leaves with smooth, cupped margins, providing a softer geometric appearance.
2. Where is the best placement for Anubias Petite Round in a nano tank?
Its miniature 1-to-3-inch height makes it ideal for tucking directly into hairline cracks between Seiryu stone, Dragon stone, or tangled driftwood roots in the foreground and midground of tanks under 10 gallons.
3. Can Anubias Petite Round be grown out of water in a terrarium?
Yes. Anubias Petite Round thrives emersed in humid terrariums, vivariums, and paludariums. Keep ambient humidity above 75% and ensure the roots and rhizome are mounted to moist wood or moss rather than submerged in soggy soil.