Anubias barteri var. Nana - Ringed

Anubias barteri var. nana is the compact, small-leafed variety of the beloved Anubias barteri, making it one of the most versatile and widely kept aquarium plants in the hobby. Its petite, dark-green, rounded leaves are perfect for foreground and midground placement, adding lush texture without overwhelming smaller tanks. This listing is for the ringed form — the rhizome is secured with a rubber ring for easy attachment to driftwood, lava rock, or hardscape. A consistent top seller among live aquatic plants at our Ottawa aquarium store. Anubias nana is virtually bulletproof: it tolerates low light, a wide range of water chemistry, and even the presence of plant-nipping fish that would devastate softer plants. Its slow, steady growth means little maintenance, and its compact size suits nano tanks, shrimp tanks, and any planted community aquarium. The go-to beginner plant for anyone in Ottawa looking to add hardy, attractive greenery to their aquarium without CO2 systems or high-output lighting. Care Details Adult Size: 5–15 cm Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons Temperature: 22–28°C Temperament: Peaceful Diet: Photosynthetic — absorbs nutrients from the water column Lighting: Low to moderate (avoid intense direct light to prevent algae on leaves) CO2: Not required Growth Rate: Slow Difficulty: Beginner Best For: Nano tanks, shrimp tanks, foreground or midground planting, community aquariums 🌿 Compact, petite leaves — perfect for foreground and nano tanks 🪨 Ringed for effortless hardscape attachment 💡 Thrives in low light with no CO2 needed 🦐 Ideal for shrimp and planted community tanks 🌱 The ultimate beginner plant available in Ottawa Available from Ottawa Tropical Fish in Barrhaven, Ottawa.