Anubias Glabra

Anubias barteri var. glabra is the most widely distributed variety of the species; from Guinea to Gabon and the Congo it forms dense clumps on rocks along the banks of forest streams. Its leaves range between oval and lance-shaped, have smooth edges and grow 10–20 cm long. It is really a broad group covering many forms of different sizes. In the trade it is sold under its synonyms Anubias lanceolata and Anubias minima. It can be confused with var. angustifolia, which has narrower, strap-like leaves.

Never bury the rhizome. Tie it to driftwood or stone with thread or fix it with gel glue; over time the roots grip the surface. It looks good in the midground, between stones and on driftwood. Forms that stay small can also be tied to foreground stones.

• Light: Low to medium; under strong light the leaves collect green spot algae.
• CO₂: Not required.
• Fertilizer: Liquid fertilizer and fish waste are enough.
• Cut old leaves off at the base of the stalk. The rhizome is propagated by dividing it so that each piece keeps at least 3–4 leaves.