Anubias Coffeefolia, a striking species of Anubias barteri, is distinguished by its wavy, oblong leaves that emerge with a brownish-bronze, coffee hue before transitioning to a deep green. The plant’s name, Anubias Coffeefolia, is derived from its distinctive leaf coloration, making it a standout accent in any aquarium.
Key Features:
- Distinctive Leaves: Features wavy, oblong leaves that start as a brownish-bronze, coffee hue and mature into a rich deep green.
- Slow-Growing: This plant grows at a rather slow pace, making it low-maintenance and easy to manage.
Optimal Conditions:
- Lighting: Thrives in low light conditions, making it suitable for various aquarium setups.
- Versatile Growth: Can be grown both submerged in aquariums and emersed in terrariums, offering flexibility in its use.
Aquarium Benefits:
- Aesthetic Appeal: Adds a unique and attractive element to aquascapes with its changing leaf colors and distinctive wavy shape.
- Versatile Placement: Ideal for midground placement, providing depth and texture to the aquarium landscape.
- Hardy Plant: Known for its resilience, Anubias Coffeefolia can thrive in a range of water conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Care and Maintenance:
- Low Light Requirements: Prefers low light, reducing the need for specialized lighting equipment.
- Rhizome Spreading: As the plant grows, its rhizome spreads across the tank, anchoring it firmly in place. Ensure the rhizome is not buried to prevent rot.
- Submerged or Emersed Growth: Can be grown either fully submerged in water or emersed in high-humidity terrariums.
Conclusion:
Anubias Coffeefolia is an exceptional choice for aquarists looking to add a touch of natural beauty to their tanks. Its unique leaf coloration and shape make it a visually striking addition, while its hardy nature and low maintenance requirements ensure it thrives in various conditions. Whether used in aquariums or terrariums, submerged or emersed, Anubias Coffeefolia enhances the aesthetic and ecological balance of any setup.
Enhance your aquatic or terrarium environment with the unique beauty of Anubias Coffeefolia and enjoy the dynamic transformation of its stunning leaves.
- Sold as young, miniature size Anubias Coffeefolia
- Sustainable growth Anubias species
- Fresh and clean, grow direct from our high technology lab farm
- Young plants grow in a controlled laboratory environment
Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don’t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.
Scientific Name |
Anubias barteri var. Coffeefolia |
Synonyms |
Anubias Coffeefolia |
Common Name |
Anubias Coffee |
Placement |
Attachable to Driftwood, Stone, or Decor |
CO2 |
Not Required |
Growth Rates |
Slow |
Difficulty Level |
Easy |
Nutrient Substrate |
No |
Can it grow emerged? |
Yes |
Lighting Requirements |
Medium – High |