Anubias Nangi

Anubias “Nangi” is a hardy, slow-growing aquatic plant popular in freshwater aquariums. It’s a cultivated hybrid of Anubias barteri varieties, valued for its compact size and broad, slightly pointed green leaves that grow on short, sturdy rhizomes.

Like other Anubias species, it thrives in low to moderate light and does not require CO₂ injection, making it very beginner-friendly. It grows best when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or rocks rather than being planted in substrate, as burying the rhizome can cause it to rot.

This plant is extremely durable and tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, which is why it’s commonly used in shrimp tanks and community aquariums. Growth is slow, but it reliably produces new leaves over time, forming a dense, natural-looking cluster that adds greenery and structure to aquascapes without demanding much maintenance.