Anubias species
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Anubias aquarium plant in Thailand
Anubias is a genus of aquatic and semi-aquatic flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to tropical central and western Africa. They primarily grow in rivers and streams, but can also be found in marshes. They are characterized by broad, thick, dark leaves that come in many different forms. Species can be determined by using mostly characteristics of the inflorescence.
They are commonly used in aquariums, usually attached to rocks or bogwood. In contrast to most plants, Anubias generally prefer subdued lighting and can also produce flowers underwater. In the aquarium they should be placed in shaded areas, otherwise algae will develop on the leaves.
Anubias are considered by many aquarists some of the easiest plants to maintain, since their light and nutrient requirements are very low and also because herbivorous fish will not eat it. This is why Anubias are some of the few plants which can be used in aquariums with African cichlids and goldfishes.
 Anubias barteriIt is best planted in a shady spot to restrict algae growth on the leaves. It is also suitable for terrariums and aquaterrariums. Herbivorous fish do not eat the very tough and robust leaves. Description pH range: 6.5 - 7.2 Availability: readily available | |||
 Anubias coffeefoliaIt is a very beautiful, low variety of Anubias barteri. It is characteristic that the leaves arch considerably between the leaf ribs, and the new leaves are red-brown. The colour combination and leaf shape make it an attractive variety in both large and small aquariums. Description pH range: 5.5 - 8 Availability: readily available | |||
Anubias nana Description pH range: 5.5 - 8 Availability: readily available | |||
 Anubias barteri 'Broad leaf |  Anubias var angustifolia |  Anubias barteri 'Marble' |  Anubias barteri 'Variegated' |
 Anubias congensis |  Anubias barteri striped |  Anubias barteri var.nana |  Anubias barteri var.nana |
