Plant Profile
If you can’t decide between classic green or icy white, Anubias Nana Pinto gives you the 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. Lacking chlorophyll in its white sections, this dwarf variety requires medium to high light to photosynthesize efficiently and maintain its bright coloration. Reaching a compact 2 to 5 inches, it serves a dramatic contrast when nestled against dark lava rock, rich driftwood, or deep green mosses in the foreground or midground of aquascapes.
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
- Unique, marbled white-and-green variegated foliage ensures every leaf boasts a distinct pattern.
- Compact 2-to-5-inch dwarf footprint fits into nano tanks, midground crevices, and detailed hardscapes.
- Sterile lab-grown tissue culture format guarantees a 100% clean plant free of pest snails and unwanted algae.
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.
- 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 conditions to support smooth acclimation and reduce leaf loss.
- Provide optional carbon dioxide injection to achieve faster growth and more robust leaves.
- 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.
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 'Pinto' |
| Common Name(s) |
Anubias Nana Pinto, Anubias Pinto |
| Family |
Araceae |
| Plant Type / Taxonomy |
Epiphyte (Rhizome) |
| Care Difficulty |
Easy / Beginner-Friendly |
| Light Requirement |
Medium to High |
| CO2 Requirement |
Recommended for TC transition |
| Placement / Usage |
Foreground, Midground Crevices |
| Height / Size |
2-5 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 |
Cultivar / Lab Tissue Culture |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I plant Anubias Nana Pinto 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?
Anubias Nana Pinto lacks abundant chlorophyll; medium to high lighting is recommended. CO2 is also recommended for submerged transition.
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.
