🌿 General Overview

• Common Name: Anubias Long Wavy, Long Wavy Anubias

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. “Long Wavy”

• Family: Araceae

• Origin: West Africa (native to shaded rivers, streams, and forest creeks)

• Type: Rhizome (epiphytic) aquatic plant

• Growth Habit: Compact, slow-growing plant with long, rippled leaves

• Difficulty Level: Very easy — perfect for beginners and low-tech setups

🪨 About “on Rock”

• “Anubias Long Wavy on Rock” means the plant is pre-attached to a natural stone or lava rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue.

• This makes it ready to place directly in the tank without planting.

• The rhizome remains above the rock surface, preventing rot.

• Roots will naturally grip the rock within a few weeks.

🌱 Appearance

• Leaf Shape: Long, narrow, and wavy — gives a flowing, elegant look underwater.

• Leaf Size: 6–12 cm long and 2–3 cm wide (depending on tank conditions).

• Color: Deep to bright green with a glossy surface.

• Height: 10–20 cm (medium height Anubias variety).

• Growth Form: Dense, bushy clump from a thick horizontal rhizome.

• Texture: Tough, leathery leaves that resist damage and nibbling.

💧 Tank Requirements

• Placement: Foreground to midground (attached to rocks, driftwood, or decorations).

• Tank Size: Suitable for nano to large aquariums.

• Lighting: Low to medium (prefers shaded or diffused lighting).

• CO₂: Not necessary (optional for faster growth and vibrant color).

• Temperature: 22–30°C (72–86°F).

• pH: 6.0–7.8.

• Hardness: 3–15 dGH (tolerant to most water conditions).

• Water Flow: Gentle to moderate — keeps leaves clean and healthy.

🪴 Mounting and Placement Tips

• Do not bury the rhizome — it must stay exposed to avoid rotting.

• Secure to rock or wood using:

  • Fishing line

  • Cotton thread

  • Aquarium-safe glue (gel-based)

• After attachment, place in a low-light or shaded section of the tank.

• Roots will anchor themselves firmly over time.

☀️ Growth and Maintenance

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.

• Propagation:

  • Divide the rhizome when it develops multiple leaves and root nodes.

  • Each rhizome piece becomes a new plant.

• Trimming:

  • Remove old, damaged, or algae-covered leaves at the base.

  • Clean gently to maintain a healthy appearance.

• Fertilization:

  • Low nutrient requirement — absorbs nutrients directly from the water.

  • Occasional use of liquid fertilizer enhances color and vitality.

🧩 Aquascaping Uses

• Ideal for natural, jungle, and riverbed-style aquascapes.

• Adds texture contrast with its long, rippled leaves.

• Works beautifully when attached to stones, wood, or placed near the foreground.

• Perfect for shrimp, betta, and community fish tanks.

• Can be used in paludariums or emersed setups as well.

⚕️ Common Problems

• Algae on Leaves: Occurs under strong lighting or stagnant water.

  • Solution: Reduce lighting time/intensity, improve circulation, or add algae eaters (Amano shrimp, Otocinclus).

• Rhizome Rot: Happens if buried under substrate — always keep exposed.

• Yellowing Leaves: Often a sign of nutrient deficiency or old age.

🌿 Care Tips

• Provide moderate light — avoid direct, intense illumination.

• Perform regular water changes (25–40% weekly) to keep leaves clean.

• Avoid aggressive fish that may uproot or bite leaves.

• Works equally well in CO₂ and non-CO₂ tanks.

• Very resilient — tolerates wide water parameters.

🌍 Interesting Facts

• The “Long Wavy” variety is a cultivated form of Anubias barteri, prized for its rippled leaves that sway gently in the current.

• Named “Anubias” after the Egyptian god Anubis, symbolizing endurance and shade tolerance.

• Can grow submerged or emersed, making it versatile for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums.

• Can live for many years, slowly forming lush clumps with minimal care.