Anubias Barteri Wrinkle Leaf Mother Pot
Plant Profile
If smooth, pristine foliage feels a little too routine for your aquascape, Anubias Barteri 'Wrinkle Leaf' is here to bring some serious character! True to its name, this uncommon epiphyte takes the classic, dependable round leaves of standard Barteri and gives them a ruffled upgrade. Spanning up to 3 inches long on 4 to 6-inch stems, its broad, crinkled leaves create an immediate pop of tactile depth that makes smooth rocks and plain driftwood look downright boring by comparison. It thrives under low lighting without requiring CO₂ injection, and adapts easily to low-tech submerged setups or humid emersed terrariums.
Mother pots are extra-large, mature specimens containing multiple individual plants (typically 2-4+ plants per pot). Having been cultivated for much longer than standard pot sizes, these robust plants represent the original mother stock used for commercial propagation. Their impressive size and established root systems make them the perfect instant-impact choice for large aquariums or big scaping projects!
Key Features & Benefits
- Extra-large Mother Pot format provides multiple mature, fully developed plants in one pot for instant volume and large-scale coverage.
- Distinctly ruffled, crinkled leaf margins offer an eye-catching, textured look that breaks up monotonous green layouts.
- Durable foliage naturally resists grazing from fish, snails, and shrimp.
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. barteri 'Wrinkle Leaf' |
| Common Name(s) | Anubias Barteri 'Wrinkle Leaf' Mother Pot, Wrinkle Leaf Anubias |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy | Epiphyte (Rhizome / Mother Pot) |
| Care Difficulty | Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement | Low |
| CO2 Requirement | Not Required but Beneficial |
| Placement / Usage | Midground, Background |
| Height / Size | 6-15 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. What is a Mother Pot?
A Mother Pot is a fully mature plant specimen consisting of multiple individual plants attached to a well-developed rhizome system.
2. Should I plant Anubias Barteri Wrinkle Leaf Mother Pot as one giant centerpiece or divide it?
Both methods work depending on your tank size. You can secure the entire mature root ball directly onto a large central driftwood branch or rock structure, or snip the creeping rhizomes between healthy leaf nodes to create 4 to 8 separate, smaller plants to wedge throughout your hardscape.
3. How do I prevent black beard algae (BBA) or green spot algae on older Anubias mother pot leaves?
Because Anubias is a slow-growing epiphyte, mature leaves in a mother pot sit under light for a long time. Place the clump in partial shade beneath taller stem plants or surface floaters, and avoid blasting it with intense, direct lighting. If older outer leaves already carry heavy algae, prune them off cleanly at the rhizome base to encourage fresh, compact leaf growth.