• Anubias barteri var. glabra
  • Anubias barteri var. glabra
  • Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica
  • Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica
  • Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica
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Anubias barteri var. glabra

Narrow slender-leaved Anubias — elegant contrast against broader varieties

£8.99
£8.99
    Quick Facts

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    Origin: Africa

    Position in Aquarium: Attach to wood/rock

    Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Growth rate: Slow
    Description

    Anubias barteri var. glabra — also sold as Anubias barteri var. angustifolia — is a slender-leaved Anubias from West Africa with long, narrow leaves that give it a more graceful and elegant appearance compared to the broader-leaved barteri varieties. It typically reaches 10–20cm in height with the rhizome extending 10–15cm or more over time.

    Like all Anubias, it's very easy to keep: tolerant of low light, no CO2 required, and attached to hardscape rather than planted in substrate. It prefers a slightly shaded position — avoid placing it under direct intense light. Fish, even herbivorous species, leave the tough leaves alone entirely.

    Remove from the pot and attach the rhizome to wood or rock. Do not bury the rhizome.
    Plant Sizes

    You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
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    Anubias barteri var. glabra
    Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica
    Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica
    Anubias barteri var. glabra Tropica

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Is Anubias barteri var. glabra the same as angustifolia?

    They are closely related and often used interchangeably in the hobby. Both refer to the narrow-leaved slender form of Anubias barteri from West Africa.

    How do I plant Anubias glabra?

    Attach the rhizome to wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe superglue. Do not bury the rhizome — this causes rot.

    Does it need CO2 or bright light?

    Neither. It prefers a shady position and does perfectly well without CO2 in a low-tech tank.

    How tall does it grow?

    Typically 10–20cm in height, with the rhizome extending 10–15cm or more over time.

    Is it safe for fish and shrimp?

    Yes — even herbivorous fish leave the tough leaves alone, and shrimp coexist perfectly with it.