Anubias Minima Dragon Claw Tissue Culture - Small Cup
Bringing sharp, dragon-scale texture to hardscape crevices, Anubias Minima Dragon Claw Tissue Culture is a distinct variation featuring small, elongated, and slender leaves with a uniquely crinkled surface reminiscent of mythical dragon scales. This compact epiphyte replaces traditional round-leaf profiles with a ruffled look that contrasts dramatically with smoother hardscape. It grows slowly under low light, tolerates a wide range of water parameters, and thrives submerged in aquariums or emersed in humid terrariums.
By choosing the Tissue Culture version of this plant, you are guaranteed a 100% pest-free, algae-free, and pesticide-free start for your aquarium. These plants are grown in-vitro in a sterile laboratory setting, ensuring no unwanted snails or hitchhikers enter your system. While these plantlets start smaller and require more time to mature, they offer the cleanest and most reliable method for establishing a healthy colony in planted tanks.
Key Features & Benefits
- Elongated, narrow foliage with crinkled leaf margins introduces dynamic architectural texture to hardscape.
- Compact 2-to-3-inch height makes it an ideal fit for nano tanks, midground gaps, and tight rock crevices.
- The sterile laboratory environment guarantees your new plant arrives completely free of pests.
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.
- CO₂ 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 barteri var. glabra 'Dragon Claw' |
| Common Name(s) | Anubias Minima Dragon Claw, Anubias Dragon Claw |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte (Rhizome / Tissue Culture) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low |
| CO2 Requirement | Recommended for TC transition |
| Placement / Usage | Foreground, Midground Crevices |
| Height / Size | 2-3 inches |
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
| 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 do I plant Anubias Minima Dragon Claw 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 it 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 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.