Anubias Nana on Christmas Moss Tower
Plant Profile
Delivering instant vertical structure and dual-plant texture, Anubias Nana on Moss Tower combines two beginner-friendly species into a versatile aquarium plant decor piece that works in multiple orientations. It's a great addition to help you master your layout design, functioning as a majestic vertical pillar or flipping sideways to become a cozy, moss-covered sanctuary for your favorite tank inhabitants, such as small fish or shrimp. Anubias and moss both thrive under low lighting and adapt effortlessly to standard low-tech water parameters.
Key Features & Benefits
- Dual-purpose tower design creates an instant vertical pillar or horizontal cave system for nano fish and shrimp.
- Pre-bound combination of Anubias Nana and Christmas moss takes all the guesswork out of attaching epiphytes and mosses.
- Resilient, low-light-tolerant species perform well in a wide range of water parameters.
Care & Planting Instructions
- Place the pre-attached tower directly onto substrate vertically or horizontally; do not bury the Anubias rhizome.
- Maintain stable water parameters to ensure smooth acclimation and reduce leaf shedding.
- Avoid intense light and ensure healthy water flow to prevent slow-growing leaves from collecting spot algae.
- Trim the surrounding moss periodically with sharp shears to maintain a clean shape.
- 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. nana & Vesicularia montagnei |
| Common Name(s) | Anubias Nana on Moss Tower, Anubias Moss Cave |
| Family | Araceae (Anubias) & Hypnaceae (Moss) |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte & Moss (Pre-attached Decor) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low to Medium |
| CO2 Requirement | Not Required but Beneficial |
| Placement / Usage | Foreground, Midground Focal Point / Cave |
| Height / Size | 4 x 2.25 inches |
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
| Water Parameters | pH 6.0 – 7.5 | Temperature 72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C) |
| Propagation Method | Rhizome Division (Anubias) / Cuttings (Moss) |
| Origin | Cultivated Hybrid (Africa & Asia) |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I place Anubias Nana on Moss Tower in my aquarium?
Set the tower directly onto your substrate, either standing vertically as a pillar or lying horizontally as a hideout cave. Keep the central Anubias rhizome exposed above the gravel to prevent rot.
2. Does it require CO2 or high lighting?
No. Both Anubias Nana and Christmas moss thrive in low to moderate lighting without CO2 injection. While adding CO2 speeds up growth, it is completely optional.
3. Is this plant safe for shrimp, snails, and fish?
Yes, Anubias and moss are 100% safe for all freshwater fish, shrimp (including sensitive Caridina and Neocaridina), and snails. The hollow tower structure also offers a protected shelter for baby shrimp and shy fish.