The look
The name Bonsai is a clear statement about the size of this Anubia. Otherwise, their appearance is not much different from that of the other Anubia nana subspecies. Here are the exact key data of this mini plant:
- becomes only 3 to 5 cm high
- Width reaches 5 to 10 cm
- compact growth
- Leaves are approx. 1.5 to 2.5 cm long and 1 to 1.5 cm wide
- shows her blossoms even under water
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Note:
The Anubia "Petite" is available in stores. It is not identical to the "Mini", but is a separate breed with more pointed leaves.
living conditions
The Anubia nana bonsai is so small that it can also be used in so-called. Nano aquariums can and even should be used. Because in larger plant communities it would optically go under. It is often used in the so-called. Aquarium scaping. This is a technique for designing aquarium landscapes.
Anubia Bonsai is easy to care for. in the
Aquarium the plant needs 22-28 degrees Celsius warm water and gets by with little light. Their growth is very slow. Owners who are bothered by it can intervene to speed it up. For example, by adding nutrients and adding Co2.Tips
As soon as the rhizome of this Anubia is several centimeters long, it can be used for Multiplication to be shared. 2-3 leaves should remain on each piece.
Untying
The rhizome of this mini plant must not be covered by substrate, which is why it is cultivated exclusively as a epiphyte plant. The root of the Anubia is washed around with water.
Stones or dead can be used as attachment options root from trees. Together they form a natural-looking, decorative element. Suitable roots are offered in shops for aquarium supplies.
Before the Anubia nana Bonsai can hold onto the stone or root with its own adhesive roots, it must be fastened. Special aquarium plant adhesives are also commercially available for this purpose. The fastening can also be done by tying with sewing thread, which is removed again after the growth.