Anubias Lanceolata Potted Aquarium Plant

Easy to grow foreground epiphyte with a growth height of 20cm

Anubias lanceolata - Hardy, Elegant Aquarium Plant

Anubias lanceolata is a classic aquarium plant, recognised for its long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that bring an elegant vertical texture to aquascapes. With its deep green colour and hardy nature, this plant is perfect for aquarists of all levels. Like all Anubias, it thrives when attached to rocks, driftwood, or kept in its pot, making it highly versatile and easy to position within a layout.

A slow-growing, low-maintenance species, Anubias lanceolata tolerates a wide range of conditions and does not require COx injection, making it an excellent choice for both low-tech and high-tech aquariums. Supplied as a potted aquarium plant, it arrives well-established and ready to add instant greenery to your aquascape.

Why Choose Anubias lanceolata?

If you're seeking a durable, easy-care plant with elegant form, Anubias lanceolata is a perfect option. Its elongated leaves provide visual variety in aquascapes, while its adaptability makes it one of the most reliable aquarium plants available. A true staple for planted tanks, this species looks striking in both beginner and advanced aquascapes.

🪴 Product Details

• Scientific Name: Anubias lanceolata

• Origin: West Africa

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Light Requirement: Low to Medium

• CO₂ Requirement: Not required

• Placement: Midground to Background (attached to hardscape or kept potted)

• Temperature Range: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Propagation: Rhizome division

🌱 Care Tips

• Keep the rhizome above the substrate to prevent rot

• Best grown attached to rocks, driftwood, or kept in its pot

• Tolerates low light but thrives under moderate conditions

• Avoid burying the rhizome in soil or sand

• Remove damaged or algae-covered leaves as needed

🌟 Key Features

✅ Distinctive lance-shaped leaves with deep green colour
✅ Extremely hardy and tolerant of a wide range of conditions
✅ Grows well when attached to rocks, wood, or left in pots
✅ Slow-growing and low-maintenance – ideal for beginners
✅ Provides structure and contrast in aquascaping layouts

Delivery Details

We aim to get all orders on a next day delivery service with Royal Mail or Parcel Force, occasionally Yodel, however this is not guaranteed. 

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