Anubias Heterophylla UNS Tissue Culture
Plant Profile
Anubias Heterophylla, or Congo Anubias, is a larger-leaved heavyweight that is ready to bring major tropical structure to your aquascape. While it shares the long, graceful stems seen in Anubias barteri, its impressive foliage stretches nearly double the length, with individual leaves capable of reaching up to 12 inches long. If you've been looking for a bold, low-maintenance centerpiece to add dramatic height and fill out your midground or background, this African beauty is here to help you pull off a grand layout without breaking a sweat.Â
Tissue Culture cups ensure your aquascape gets a super clean starting point. Lab‑grown and fully sterile, it arrives without pests, snails, duckweed, or any unwanted algae. It’s the go‑to option for anyone who wants peace of mind when adding fresh greenery to a carefully maintained setup.
Key Features & Benefits
- Extra-long, impressive foliage creates a striking architectural centerpiece for midground and background layouts.
- Durable foliage naturally resists grazing from fish, snails, and shrimp.
Care & Planting Instructions
- Remove the plantlets from the cup and rinse away the sterile nutrient gel under lukewarm, dechlorinated water.
- Attach to hardscape using aquarium‑safe glue or thread; keep the rhizome above substrate to prevent rot.
- Maintain stable conditions to support smooth acclimation and reduce leaf loss.
- Avoid intense light and ensure good water flow to prevent spot algae on slow‑growing leaves.
- COâ‚‚ is optional but improves growth and leaf density.
- Master the prep and planting process by checking out a beginner's guide to tissue culture plants to prevent your delicate new plantlets from melting or floating away.
- 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 heterophylla |
| Common Name(s) | Congo Anubias, Anubias Heterophylla |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte (Rhizome) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low to Medium |
| CO2 Requirement | Recommended for TC Transition |
| Placement / Usage | Midground, Background |
| Height / Size | 4-16 inches |
| Growth Rate | Slow (1 leaf every 3-4 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 / Lab Tissue Culture |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I plant Anubias Heterophylla UNS Tissue Culture?
Attach the plant directly to driftwood or rocks using aquarium-safe super glue gel, thread, or fishing line. Keep the rhizome above the substrate to prevent rot.
2. Does Anubias Heterophylla UNS Tissue Culture require CO2 or high lighting?
No. It thrives in low lighting without CO2 injection. While adding CO2 speeds up growth and aids in the tissue culture transition, it is completely optional.
3. Is this plant safe for shrimp, snails, and fish?
Yes, Anubias Heterophylla UNS Tissue Culture is 100% safe for all freshwater fish, shrimp (including sensitive Caridina and Neocaridina), and snails. Its tough leaves are also resistant to plant-eating fish like cichlids or goldfish.