Anubias Afzelii (Anubias afzelii) Care Guide

A tall Anubias species with upright, lance-shaped leaves that can reach 40cm. One of the larger species in the genus, it creates an impressive vertical element in the background of planted tanks.

Overview

Anubias afzelii is an aquatic plant in the family Araceae. A tall Anubias species with upright, lance-shaped leaves that can reach 40cm. One of the larger species in the genus, it creates an impressive vertical element in the background of planted tanks.

Taxonomy

Family: Araceae
Genus: Anubias
Scientific name: Anubias afzelii
Other names: Afzel's Anubias

Habitat

Native to tropical West Africa, including Guinea, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Mali, where it grows as a semi-aquatic herb in marshes, swamps and shallow streams. One of the first Anubias species described scientifically.

Growth requirements

Light: low (≈30-50 PAR at substrate)
CO2: optional (CO2 improves growth and coloration)
Temperature: 22-28 °C
pH: 6-7.5
GH: 3-12 °dGH
Substrate: any (also grows attached to decor)
Nutrient demand: low
Growth rate: slow
Difficulty: beginner

Placement

Recommended placement: background
Maximum height: 40 cm

Propagation

In cultivation the plant is propagated by rhizome division.