Anubias Nana Petite is the miniature star of the Anubias family: tiny 1–2 cm leaves on a compact rhizome that stays just a few centimetres tall. It is perfect for nano tanks, shrimp tanks and the fine details of an aquascape, and it is just as hardy as regular Anubias. This guide explains how to plant, grow and multiply it.
Quick answer: Anubias Nana Petite is a very slow-growing miniature Anubias with 1–2 cm leaves that reaches about 3–6 cm tall. Glue or tie it into rock crevices or onto small wood, never bury the rhizome, give low to medium light, keep water at 22–28 °C and dose light fertiliser weekly. It needs no CO2 and is ideal for nano and shrimp tanks.
Anubias Nana Petite at a glance
- Leaf size: about 1–2 cm
- Height: about 3–6 cm
- Light: low to medium
- CO2: not needed
- Temperature: 22–28 °C
- Placement: foreground, rock crevices, small wood, moss trees
- Growth: very slow
- Price: from ₹90 on Anubias.in (sizes), or a mature clump
Nana Petite vs Anubias Nana
Petite is a smaller cultivar of Anubias Nana. Regular Nana has leaves around 4–6 cm and grows 5–10 cm tall, while Petite has leaves around 1–2 cm and stays about 3–6 cm. Care is identical; the choice is about scale. Use Petite in nano tanks and for detail, and regular Nana for fuller coverage in larger tanks. See our Nana vs Petite vs Gold comparison.
How to plant Anubias Nana Petite
- Rinse the plant and separate it into small groups if it arrived as a large portion.
- Choose small gaps between rocks, the base of driftwood or the top of stones.
- Add a small dot of gel superglue to the surface, press the rhizome on for a few seconds, and return it to water.
- Alternatively, wedge it firmly into a crevice so it cannot float away.
- Keep the rhizome visible; roots can reach into the substrate.
Best uses in an aquascape
- Nano tanks (under 40 litres): keeps scale right where regular Anubias looks too big.
- Rock gardens: tucks into crevices like natural moss or lichen.
- Driftwood details: softens the base of branches and roots.
- Shrimp tanks: dense, low leaves collect biofilm for grazing.
- Foreground “carpet” effect: several clumps on small stones create a low, no-CO2 foreground.
How fast does Nana Petite grow?
Very slowly, even for an Anubias. Expect a new leaf every few weeks in a low-tech tank. That is why a Petite clump gives instant impact, while single plants take months to fill a space. More detail in how fast Anubias grows.
Common problems
- Algae on tiny leaves: reduce light hours and place it in partial shade; nerite snails and shrimp help.
- Leaves getting larger: very rich nutrients and strong light can make leaves grow bigger; moderate light keeps it petite.
- Rotting rhizome: usually from being buried in substrate; trim soft parts and re-attach.
- Plant floating away: glue did not hold; dry the surface slightly before gluing, or tie it with thread.
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Price range: ₹ 90 through ₹ 250
Price range: ₹ 90 through ₹ 250
Price range: ₹ 90 through ₹ 250
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Frequently asked questions
Can Anubias Nana Petite be used as a carpet?
Not a true carpet, but many small clumps on pebbles across the foreground give a low, carpet-like look without CO2.
Is Nana Petite good for betta tanks?
Yes. It is safe, hardy and suits the smaller tanks bettas are often kept in, though bettas prefer the larger resting leaves of regular Nana.
How do I propagate Nana Petite?
Gently divide a dense clump into smaller groups, each with several leaves and a piece of rhizome. See how to propagate Anubias.
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