Anubias Nana Golden
Plant Profile
Common Name: Anubias Nana
Anubias Nana Golden is the vibrant, chartreuse sibling of the classic Anubias Nana, and it is ready to bring a major golden hour glow-up to your tank. If your current layout is looking a bit too uniformly dark and you are searching for a way to make your hardscape pop, this eye-catching variant is here to help you strike gold. Its bright yellow-green foliage creates a stunning high-contrast focal point when nestled against dark lava rocks, shadowy driftwood, or deep green mosses.
Key Features & Benefits
- The bright yellow-green leaves offer an extraordinary color contrast against darker hardscape.
- Its hardy nature makes it one of the easiest golden-hued plants in the entire hobby.
- The famously tough and leathery leaf structure easily resists grazing from large or herbivorous fish.
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 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.
- 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 'Golden' |
| Common Name(s) | Anubias Nana Golden |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte (Rhizome) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low |
| CO2 Requirement | Not Required but Beneficial |
| Placement / Usage | Foreground, Nano Hardscape, Midground Crevices |
| Height / Size | 3 – 5 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I plant Anubias Nana Golden?
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 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 Nana Golden 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.