Anubias Nana Pinto

Plant Profile

Common Name: Anubias Nana Pinto

If you can’t decide between classic green or icy white, Anubias Nana Pinto gives you the absolute best of both worlds! This cultivated gem is the product of generations of careful artificial selection, resulting in a splashy, marbled mosaic of deep green and crisp white on every single leaf. Because the unique white patches are caused by a lack of chlorophyll, no two leaves—and no two plants—are ever identical. Compact at 2 to 5 inches tall, this eye-catching stunner brings high-end collector flair and dramatic contrast when nestled against dark lava rock, rich driftwood, or deep green mosses.

Key Features & Benefits

• Unique, marbled white-and-green variegated foliage ensures every single leaf boasts a totally distinct pattern for a custom look.
• Compact, dwarf footprint mimics the popular Anubias Nana shape, making it perfect for nano tanks, midground placement, and intricate hardscape detailing.
• Durable leaf structure naturally resists grazing from herbivorous fish and active dwarf shrimp, keeping your rare collector display looking pristine.

Care & Planting Instructions

• Carefully remove the plant from its pot and clear away all rockwool from the roots. For a deep dive on prepping potted plants, click here.
  
• Secure the plant directly to your chosen hardscape elements using aquarium-safe glue or thread. Avoid burying the thick horizontal stem in gravel or soil because restricting water flow around the rhizome will cause the plant to melt, rot, and die.
• Because its white leaf patches lack chlorophyll, this variety requires medium to high lighting to perform photosynthesis efficiently, stay healthy, and maintain its bold variegated patterns.
• Maintain stable water parameters and avoid sudden environmental shifts to ensure your new greenery acclimates smoothly without shedding leaves.
• Read more on securing and styling these plants in your layout by reading our step-by-step guide on How to Plant Epiphyte Aquatic Plants.
• Master the long-term care and propagation of this unique genus in the comprehensive 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!

• Family Name: Araceae
• Origin: West Africa
• Height: 2-5”
• pH: 6-7.5
• Care: Easy
• Light: Medium to High
• Co2: Not necessary
• Propagation: Separate by rhizome
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate