Anubias Heterophylla Supernova

Plant Profile

Common Name: Anubias Heterophylla Supernova, Anubias Super Nova

Anubias Heterophylla Supernova is a stellar, rare variant! True to its cosmic name, this impressive plant stands out with vibrant green foliage that stretches nearly twice the length of your standard Anubias leaves, complete with a beautifully waved texture and intricate venation. If you have been searching for a larger-leaved centerpiece that doesn't demand high-tech care, this bold beauty is here to help you achieve a truly out-of-this-world aquascape. It represents one of the largest varieties in the entire genus and effortlessly transitions between fully submerged aquariums and high-humidity emersed setups like terrariums.

Key Features & Benefits

• The extra-long and slightly waved foliage introduces a dynamic sense of motion and dramatic texture that instantly elevates midground or background spaces.
• Its substantial leaf size makes it an exceptional structural element for larger aquariums, providing expansive shaded canopies and hiding spots for your fish.
• This highly resilient variety easily withstands a wide range of water parameters, ensuring long-term success for both beginners and experienced collectors alike.

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.
• Maintain stable water parameters and avoid sudden environmental shifts to ensure your new greenery acclimates smoothly without shedding leaves.
• Position the plant away from intense, direct light and ensure healthy water flow to prevent slow-growing leaves from collecting unwanted spot algae.
• Provide low to moderate lighting and optional carbon dioxide injection to achieve faster growth and more robust leaves, though it will happily thrive without high-tech setups.
• 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: Varies
• pH: 6-7.5
• Care: Easy
• Light: Low
• Co2: Not required but recommended
• Propagation: Separate by rhizome
• Growth rate: Slow