Description
Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Marble Panda’
Care
Care Level: Easy
Lighting: Low to Medium
CO₂: Not required
Placement: Foreground / Midground / Attached
Growth Rate: Slow
Temperature: 68–82°F
pH: 6.0–7.5
GH: 3–12
KH: 1–8
Light Requirements
Low to medium light. Moderate lighting helps reduce algae buildup on slow-growing leaves.
CO₂ Requirements
Not required. CO₂ can slightly increase growth speed but is not necessary.
Nutrient Requirements
Water column feeder. Occasional liquid fertilization supports steady growth.
Size and Growth Form
Height: 3–6 inches
Compact, slow-spreading epiphyte with thick rhizome growth. Leaves are broad, durable, and marbled with mixed green tones. Naturally stays small while gradually expanding across hardscape.
What Sets This Plant Apart
Adds contrast, structure, and long-term stability to planted tanks without the upkeep most plants demand.
Aquascaping Use
Attach to driftwood, cholla wood, or stone to create contrast and natural texture in planted layouts.
Species Background
Anubias barteri varieties originate from shaded forest streams and riverbanks across West Africa, where they grow attached to wood and rock in slow-moving water. “Marble Panda” is a cultivated form selected for its distinctive variegation—deep green leaves marbled with lighter tones, making each leaf visually unique.
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