Anubias barteri var. nana
A classic, ultra-hardy slow-growing aroid clump prized for its compact habit and forgiving care requirements. Its widespread availability and low price make it the market leader for practical aquarium use, offering better value-per-leaf and lower maintenance costs than rarer Bucephalandra while still providing a reliable clumping foreground or midground plant.
Tiny jungle charm
Low-light champion
Tiny jungle charm
Low-light champion
Review Summary
"Buyers consistently praise Anubias barteri var. nana for its extreme hardiness and suitability for low-light aquariums, though many note its very slow growth and need to avoid burying the rhizome. It's considered nearly foolproof for beginners and long-term aquascapes."
Glue-to-wood habit
Extremely hardy and tolerant of low light and a wide range of water conditions.
Glue-to-wood habit
Extremely hardy and tolerant of low light and a wide range of water conditions.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
A classic, ultra-hardy slow-growing aroid clump prized for its compact habit and forgiving care requirements. Its widespread availability and low price make it the market leader for practical aquarium use, offering better value-per-leaf and lower maintenance costs than rarer Bucephalandra while still providing a reliable clumping foreground or midground plant.
Tiny jungle charm
Low-light champion
Glue-to-wood habit
Extremely hardy and tolerant of low light and a wide range of water conditions.
Slow-growing rhizome plant that attaches to wood or rock and forms dense clumps.
Tiny jungle charm
Low-light champion
Glue-to-wood habit
Extremely hardy and tolerant of low light and a wide range of water conditions.
Slow-growing rhizome plant that attaches to wood or rock and forms dense clumps.
Anubias coffeefolia
A textured-leaf Anubias with coffee-colored venation that grows very slowly but produces bold, statement foliage for mid-ground clumps. It sits in a premium niche compared with common nana — commanding higher prices but delivering distinct aesthetic impact and greater leaf durability under low light, a cost-effective tradeoff when visual drama is prioritized over rapid spread.
Crinkled coffee leaves
Espresso-leaf drama
Crinkled coffee leaves
Espresso-leaf drama
Review Summary
"Anubias coffeefolia is admired for its attractive, textured leaves and durability in varied tank conditions, but reviewers frequently mention slow growth and occasional algae accumulation on broad leaves. Overall users value its aesthetic but accept slow pace and care needs."
Thick-texture show
Larger, textured leaves with undulating margins that add strong visual interest.
Thick-texture show
Larger, textured leaves with undulating margins that add strong visual interest.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
A textured-leaf Anubias with coffee-colored venation that grows very slowly but produces bold, statement foliage for mid-ground clumps. It sits in a premium niche compared with common nana — commanding higher prices but delivering distinct aesthetic impact and greater leaf durability under low light, a cost-effective tradeoff when visual drama is prioritized over rapid spread.
Crinkled coffee leaves
Espresso-leaf drama
Thick-texture show
Larger, textured leaves with undulating margins that add strong visual interest.
Slow grower that anchors to hardscape via rhizome and thrives in low to medium light.
Crinkled coffee leaves
Espresso-leaf drama
Thick-texture show
Larger, textured leaves with undulating margins that add strong visual interest.
Slow grower that anchors to hardscape via rhizome and thrives in low to medium light.
$10-30 CAD
Bucephalandra Green Wavy
A boutique slow-grower in the Bucephalandra group, Green Wavy is prized for its undulating margins and compact clumping habit that suit detailed aquascapes. Though generally pricier and slower to expand than Anubias nana, its unique texture and collector appeal provide stronger resale and display value and a technical advantage for designers seeking subtle color and form contrast.
Wavy leaf elegance
Rock-hugging grower
Wavy leaf elegance
Rock-hugging grower
Review Summary
"Bucephalandra 'Green Wavy' is repeatedly praised for its unique waved leaf shape, compact size, and suitability for low-light setups; buyers note it can be slow to establish and may melt when moved but rewards patience. Enthusiasts appreciate its ornamental value despite slower propagation."
Shade-loving gem
Compact, slow-growing clumper with wavy leaf margins ideal for midground placement.
Shade-loving gem
Compact, slow-growing clumper with wavy leaf margins ideal for midground placement.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
A boutique slow-grower in the Bucephalandra group, Green Wavy is prized for its undulating margins and compact clumping habit that suit detailed aquascapes. Though generally pricier and slower to expand than Anubias nana, its unique texture and collector appeal provide stronger resale and display value and a technical advantage for designers seeking subtle color and form contrast.
Wavy leaf elegance
Rock-hugging grower
Shade-loving gem
Compact, slow-growing clumper with wavy leaf margins ideal for midground placement.
Prefers shaded, humid conditions and readily attaches to driftwood or rock.
Wavy leaf elegance
Rock-hugging grower
Shade-loving gem
Compact, slow-growing clumper with wavy leaf margins ideal for midground placement.
Prefers shaded, humid conditions and readily attaches to driftwood or rock.
$12-40 CAD
Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'
The 'Petite' cultivar is the smallest, slowest-growing commercial Anubias, ideal for nano tanks and precise clump placements where scale matters. Its higher per-plant cost is offset by placement flexibility and minimal pruning needs, making it the preferred micro-clump option compared with larger nana types and broader-leaved Bucephalandra varieties.
Pocket-sized beauty
Nano-tank hero
Pocket-sized beauty
Nano-tank hero
Review Summary
"Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite' is popular for small tanks and foreground placement due to its tiny form and toughness, with reviewers loving its resilience though many report extremely slow spread and higher per-plant cost. It's widely recommended for nano tanks and planted displays where a durable small anubias is desired."
Beginner-friendly charm
Very compact and slow-growing variety, perfect for foregrounds and nano tanks.
Beginner-friendly charm
Very compact and slow-growing variety, perfect for foregrounds and nano tanks.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The 'Petite' cultivar is the smallest, slowest-growing commercial Anubias, ideal for nano tanks and precise clump placements where scale matters. Its higher per-plant cost is offset by placement flexibility and minimal pruning needs, making it the preferred micro-clump option compared with larger nana types and broader-leaved Bucephalandra varieties.
Pocket-sized beauty
Nano-tank hero
Beginner-friendly charm
Very compact and slow-growing variety, perfect for foregrounds and nano tanks.
Grows as a small clump attached to hardscape and requires minimal maintenance.
Pocket-sized beauty
Nano-tank hero
Beginner-friendly charm
Very compact and slow-growing variety, perfect for foregrounds and nano tanks.
Grows as a small clump attached to hardscape and requires minimal maintenance.
$8-25 CAD
Bucephalandra Kedagang
A rare, deliberate slow grower sought by collectors for its dark, ribbed leaves and tight clumping pattern that rewards patience. It ranks as a premium specialty option—more expensive and slower to establish than both common Anubias and many Buce cultivars—but offers high visual payoff and scarcity value for specialized collections and high-end aquascapes.
Iridescent red veins
Slow clumping star
Iridescent red veins
Slow clumping star
Review Summary
"Bucephalandra Kedagang is appreciated for its attractive coloration and compact growth habit, but buyers often mention it is slow-growing, sometimes delicate during shipping, and can be pricier due to rarity. Most hobbyists rate it highly for looks though note patience and careful handling are required."
Mystery leaf sparkle
Attractive Buce variety with elongated leaves and occasional red or bronze undertones.
Mystery leaf sparkle
Attractive Buce variety with elongated leaves and occasional red or bronze undertones.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Self-Improvement & Personal Growth
A rare, deliberate slow grower sought by collectors for its dark, ribbed leaves and tight clumping pattern that rewards patience. It ranks as a premium specialty option—more expensive and slower to establish than both common Anubias and many Buce cultivars—but offers high visual payoff and scarcity value for specialized collections and high-end aquascapes.
Iridescent red veins
Slow clumping star
Mystery leaf sparkle
Attractive Buce variety with elongated leaves and occasional red or bronze undertones.
Slow clumping habit that prefers low-to-moderate light and high humidity.
Iridescent red veins
Slow clumping star
Mystery leaf sparkle
Attractive Buce variety with elongated leaves and occasional red or bronze undertones.
Slow clumping habit that prefers low-to-moderate light and high humidity.
$15-45 CAD