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Anubias Coffeefolia stands as a distinguished cultivar for aquascapers pursuing botanical complexity and visual depth. Distinguished by its elongated, deeply corrugated foliage reminiscent of coffee plant leaves, this rhizomatous specimen introduces textural sophistication to planted aquariums. Demonstrating remarkable adaptability across varied lighting spectra, it thrives in low to moderate conditions without specialized fertilization protocols. Its deliberate growth cadence ensures sustained aesthetic stability while naturally limiting algal proliferation. The plant establishes itself readily when positioned with the rhizome above substrate, preventing degradation and promoting sustained vitality. An exemplary selection for those cultivating refined aquatic landscapes that prioritize botanical character and horticultural restraint.

Here’s all about Anubias coffeefolia — a stunning and textured variety of Anubias that stands out for its crinkled leaves and deep ribbing:


🌿 Anubias coffeefolia – Overview

  • Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. coffeefolia

  • Common Name: Anubias Coffeefolia

  • Type: Rhizome plant

  • Family: Araceae

  • Origin: West Africa

  • Growth Rate: Slow

Anubias plants belong to the genus Anubias, within the Araceae (Arum) family, making them flowering monocots native to tropical Africa, popular in aquariums as hardy, low-to-medium light, rhizome-based aquatic/semi-aquatic plants. They are categorized as rhizome plants, grown attached to driftwood or rocks rather than planted in substrate, and are known for their sturdy, dark green leaves and tolerance for various water conditions, ideal for beginners.

Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Clade: Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Monocots
  • Order: Alismatales
  • Family: Araceae (Arum Family)

🌱 Plant Appearance

  • Leaf Color: Dark green with reddish undersides when young

  • Leaf Shape: Broad, oval with deep ridges and wrinkles (like coffee plant leaves)

  • Leaf Size: 6–12 cm long

  • Plant Height: 10–25 cm

  • Growth Habit: Bushy and upright

💡 Named for its resemblance to coffee plant leaves. New growth often has a reddish hue that deepens to green as it matures.


💡 Care Requirements

Parameter Details
Lighting Low to medium (too much light may promote algae)
CO₂ Not required, optional for faster growth
Substrate Not necessary – attach to hardscape
Fertilization Liquid fertilizer (optional)
Water Temp 20–28°C (68–82°F)
pH Range 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness Soft to moderately hard

🧽 Placement in Aquarium

  • Midground or background depending on tank size

  • Attach to driftwood, lava rock, or decor

  • Also suitable for paludariums or emersed setups


🌿 Propagation

  • By rhizome division

  • Simply cut a section with leaves and roots

  • Grows slowly, but steadily under stable conditions


⚠️ Care Tips

  • Never bury the rhizome – it must stay above the substrate

  • Rinse new plants to remove debris or hitchhikers

  • Avoid excessive algae by keeping lighting moderate and flow steady

  • Prune damaged leaves to allow better growth


Benefits

  • Unique wrinkled texture makes it a standout feature plant

  • Extremely hardy and beginner-friendly

  • Tolerates a wide range of water parameters

  • Great in low-tech setups

  • Ideal for cichlid tanks, shrimp tanks, and aquascaping


🤎 Why Choose Anubias Coffeefolia?

  • Bold, ridged leaves add 3D texture to aquascapes

  • Holds up well in tanks with rough fish or snails

  • Works beautifully in natural, jungle, or blackwater-themed tanks

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