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 | Quick Ref. |  | |  Species: Anubias Barteri var. Angustifolia
| Geo. Location: Guinea, Liberia, Cameroon
| PH: 5.5 - 8.0
| Temperature: 68 - 86F
| Water Hardness: 2 - 14dh
| Size: 12.0"
| Loc. In Tank: middleground
| Lighting Requirements: low to high
| Difficulty: 2
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|  | | Photo Credit: FishandTips.com | | | | | Notes: Anubias Barteri var. Angustifolia is another species of the Anubias Barteri genus. This one has long, narrow and pointed leaves. It is also much taller than its cousin Anubias Barteri var. nana. It can reach a height of 12” and thrives under a wide range of conditions. Temperature range should be included between 68 and 86F, Ph between 5.5 and 8.0 and water hardness is not a concern either as this plant is doing great in very soft as well as hard water. Lighting could also be either low or high. Anubias Barteri are very robust and live for numerous years. Their leaves last usually for several years and are therefore prone to algae. Planting Anubias Barteri in a shaded space seems to decrease the exposure to algae.
In the wild, Anubias Barteri var. angustifolia can be found in Guinea, Liberia and Cameroon. This member of the Araceae family has first been described by Engler in 1915.
Anubias Barteri var. Angustifolia requires the same growing conditions as other strong Anubias (Anubias Barteri var. nana). However, Anubias Barteri var. Angustifolia requires a larger tank as this plant can grow quite big. It seems to be robust enough not to be eaten by most herbivorous species including cichlids.
This Anubias Barteri species grows very slowly and only 6 to 10 new leaves appear every year. Because of its ability to suit most aquarium conditions, this plant can be a good starting point for beginners. Its undemanding growing condition and its beautiful long leaves are often seeks by hobbyists. This plant is also known under the name Anubias Barteri var. Afzelii.
Click here for a very interesting article about Anubias Barteri and how to differentiate them by Karen Randall.
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