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All about Anubias nana ‘Gold’, a popular low-maintenance aquarium plant known for its striking golden-green leaves:

🌿 Anubias nana ‘Gold’ – Overview

  • Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana 'Gold'

  • Common Name: Anubias Nana Gold

  • Type: Rhizome plant

  • Family: Araceae

  • Origin: Cultivar (not found in the wild)


🌱 Plant Appearance

  • Leaf Color: Bright yellow-green to golden hue (distinct from standard dark green Anubias)

  • Leaf Shape: Broad, oval, and thick

  • Size: Grows up to 5–10 cm in height

  • Growth Form: Compact, slow-growing, bushy


💡 Care Requirements

Parameter Details
Lighting Low to medium (too much light may cause algae)
CO₂ Not required, but beneficial
Substrate Not needed – attach to driftwood or rocks
Fertilization Liquid fertilizer for optimal color
Water Temp 20–28°C (68–82°F)
pH Range 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness Soft to hard water

🧽 Placement in Aquarium

  • Foreground to midground in nano or mid-sized tanks

  • Best attached to rocks, driftwood, or decorations using thread or glue (don’t bury the rhizome)


🌿 Propagation

  • By rhizome division: Cut a healthy portion of rhizome with leaves and roots

  • New leaves grow slowly from the rhizome


⚠️ Things to Note

  • Do not bury the rhizome – it may rot

  • Slow grower – not ideal for fast aquascaping

  • May attract algae if lighting is too strong or if water flow is poor


Benefits

  • Hardy and beginner-friendly

  • Adds a pop of color with its unique golden leaves

  • Does well in low-tech tanks

  • Can thrive in low-light setups


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