Anubias Barteri Petite Coin

Anubias Petite Coin (Anubias barteri var. petite coin) – Hybrid Gem with Coin-Shaped Leaves

Anubias Petite Coin (Anubias barteri var. petite coin) is a striking new hybrid born from the cross between Anubias Barteri Round (Golden Coin) and Anubias Nana 'Petite'. This rare cultivar brings together the best traits of both parent plants—featuring charming, thick, rounded leaves in a truly petite form. Its compact growth and ornamental coin-like foliage make it an exceptional centerpiece for aquascapers seeking something rare yet resilient.

🌿 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. petite coin

• Common Name: Anubias Petite Coin

• Hybrid Origin: A cultivated cross between A. Barteri Round and A. Nana 'Petite', offering a refined, designer look for modern aquascapes.

• Coin-Shaped Foliage: Small, thick, round leaves resemble miniature coins—creating a unique, textured aesthetic.

• Compact & Dense: Maintains a tight, clustered form ideal for nano tanks, midground areas, or detail accents on driftwood.

• Exceptionally Hardy: Thrives in a wide variety of water parameters with minimal care—perfect for hobbyists of all levels.

💡 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Lighting: Low to medium light (excessive light may cause algae buildup)

• Temperature: 70–82°F (21–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🐠 Aquarium Compatibility:

• Works beautifully with peaceful community fish like Guppies, Rasboras, and Neon Tetras

• Compatible with Taiwan Bee shrimp and other ornamental inverts

• Resilient enough for tanks housing Cichlids, Discus, and even Arowanas

🌱 Aquascaping Benefits:

• Perfect for Accents: Its compact growth makes it ideal for foreground details or attaching to small pieces of decor.

• Shrimp Safe: Broad, waxy leaves provide surface area for biofilm and algae, promoting shrimp grazing.

• Minimal Upkeep: Grows slowly and requires infrequent trimming, minimizing maintenance in display tanks.

🔁 Propagation & Growth:

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Propagation: Rhizome division; do not bury the rhizome

• Nutrient Substrate: Not Required

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes

📦 What You’ll Receive:

• Loose Rhizome: ~6+ leaves, bare-root and ready to attach to hardscape

• Potted Plant: ~6+ leaves planted in rockwool within a net pot for easy placement

🔒 Disclaimer:

Photos shown are sample representations; actual plants may vary in size, shape, or coloration depending on growing conditions. Unless specified, we do not guarantee plants to be free of snails, pests, or pesticides. Growth form may be submerged or emersed.

⚠️ State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Please never release aquatic plants into natural waterways. Always dispose of unwanted plants responsibly to protect native ecosystems. Check your local regulations before introducing new species into your aquarium.