To buy aquarium plants online in India safely, choose a specialist seller that offers a live-arrival guarantee, ships pan-India quickly, and sells genuinely healthy, hand-inspected stock. Here’s what to look for — and what to avoid.
Quick answer: Buy only from a specialist seller with a clear claim policy, protective packing and honest stock status, and avoid stores with vague shipping or too-good-to-be-true prices. Anubias.in grows its in-stock plants in Surat and ships across India; if a plant arrives dead, send one continuous unboxing video within 4 hours of delivery and we refund or replace it.
How to buy aquarium plants online in India safely
Before you pay, check six things: whether the plant is in stock or on pre-order, what one unit includes, how it is packed, what shipping costs, what the claim rule is and how to care for it. A seller who answers all six up front tells you what you get and what to do if something goes wrong.
- In stock or pre-order? A pre-order plant is imported to order, so allow about 15 days. At Anubias.in every in-stock plant is grown in Surat.
- What one unit buys. Compare the price with the product photo: one unit is roughly what the photo shows (for example, ₹120 of Rotala is about 8–12 stems). Our five graded Anubias (Nana, Nana Petite, Nana Gold, Dragon Claw and Barteri var. glabra) come in S, M, L and XL by leaf count: S ₹90 (up to 5 leaves), M ₹120 (6–10), L ₹200 (12–18) and XL ₹250 (20+).
- Packing. Live plants should travel damp and protected from crushing and heat. Hardy epiphytes such as Anubias, Java fern and Bucephalandra cope best with longer transit.
- Shipping cost. Check the full cost before checkout. At Anubias.in shipping is ₹99, free on orders of ₹999 or more.
- The claim rule. Know what proof the seller needs. At Anubias.in any claim (dead, damaged, wrong or undersized) needs one continuous unboxing video sent within 4 hours of delivery on WhatsApp (+91 81416 96983) or email (buyanubias@gmail.com); photos alone are not accepted. We refund or replace; there are no change-of-mind returns.
- Read a care guide before buying. Make sure the plant suits your light, tank and CO₂ setup; start with our guide to aquarium plant types.
Once you have checked these, browse aquarium plants online or compare Anubias plants for sale by size and price.
What to look for
- Live-arrival guarantee — the seller should refund or replace plants that arrive dead. This is the single most important sign of a trustworthy plant shop.
- Fast, careful shipping — live plants are perishable; look for quick dispatch and protective packing.
- Healthy, hand-picked stock — avoid sellers shipping tired, melting or algae-covered plants.
- Good reviews — check Google and marketplace ratings.
- Clear care info — a seller who explains care (light, CO₂, planting) is one who knows their plants.
Red flags to avoid
Be wary of stores with no guarantee, vague shipping, copied product descriptions, or prices that seem too good to be true. Live plants shipped poorly will arrive as mush. Skip the “aquarium plant seed” packs on marketplaces too: they are usually land plants that sprout in damp soil and rot once the tank is filled.
Aquarium plant prices in India (2026 guide)
Prices depend on species, size and whether a plant is common or a collector variety. These are typical starting prices on Anubias.in:
| Plant type | Examples | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| Anubias | Nana, Barteri var. glabra, Nana Petite, Nana Gold | ₹90 |
| Rare Anubias | Marble, Nana White, Var King, Pinto | ₹310+ |
| Bucephalandra | Brownie Ghost, Kedagang, Wavy Green | ₹299+ |
| Ferns | Java Fern, Dwarf Java Fern | ₹175 |
| Mosses | Java Moss, Christmas Moss, Flame Moss | ₹120 |
| Stem plants | Egeria Densa, Water Wisteria, Rotala | ₹60 |
| Carpeting plants | Monte Carlo, Dwarf Hairgrass, Staurogyne | ₹140 |
| Floating plants | Amazon Frogbit, Water Lettuce, Duckweed | ₹60 |
See our detailed aquarium plant price guide for 30 species.
Which plants survive shipping best?
Epiphytes and hardy plants travel best. Anubias, Java fern, Bucephalandra and mosses have tough leaves and store energy in their rhizomes, so they reliably survive 2–4 days in transit anywhere in India. Delicate stem plants and floating plants are more sensitive to heat and crushing, so they benefit from fast delivery and careful packing. If you are ordering for the first time, starting with Anubias or Java fern is the safest choice.
Tips for ordering plants in Indian weather
- Summer (April–June): order early in the week so parcels do not sit in hot warehouses over the weekend, and be available to receive the parcel.
- Monsoon (July–September): expect small courier delays in flood-affected areas; hardy epiphytes cope best with longer transit.
- Winter (December–January): plants from warm tanks can suffer in very cold North Indian nights, so unpack them as soon as they arrive.
What to do when your plants arrive
- Open the parcel immediately and film the unboxing in one continuous video (needed for a live-arrival claim within 4 hours).
- Rinse plants gently in dechlorinated water and remove any damaged leaves.
- Quarantine or dip new plants if you keep shrimp; see our plant quarantine guide.
- Attach Anubias, Java fern and Buce to wood or rock, and plant stems and carpets in the substrate.
- Expect a little leaf loss for 1–2 weeks while plants adjust to your water.
Buying with confidence at Anubias.in
Anubias.in is a Surat-based aquatic-plant nursery: in-stock plants are grown in Surat, and pre-order plants are imported to order. Every order is packed to survive transit and shipped across India with a live-arrival guarantee — if a plant arrives dead, send one continuous unboxing video within 4 hours of delivery and we refund or replace it. Browse our aquarium plants »
How ordering works at Anubias.in
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Delivery | In-stock plants typically arrive within 3 days across India |
| Shipping cost | ₹99 on orders under ₹999; free on ₹999 and above |
| Pre-order plants | Imported or sourced to order; dispatch and tracking shared by email |
| Payment | UPI, cards and net banking via Razorpay |
| Live-arrival guarantee | Plant arrives dead? Send one continuous unboxing video within 4 hours of delivery for a refund or replacement |
| Help | WhatsApp +91 81416 96983 |
See the full shipping policy and returns and refunds policy. For payment methods, pre-orders and other common questions, see our ordering and payment FAQ.
Which store is the best place to buy aquarium plants online in India?
Anubias.in specialises in low-tech aquarium plants in India: it grows its own Anubias in Surat and refunds or replaces any plant that arrives dead on one continuous unboxing video sent within 4 hours of delivery. Plants start at ₹60 (Anubias from ₹90 in S/M/L/XL grades with stated leaf counts), Bucephalandra is imported to order from ₹299, shipping is ₹99 anywhere in India (free from ₹999), and 200+ free care guides, 20 or more of them in Hindi, back every order. Read the full comparison with a typical Indian plant seller. If you have been ordering from Bunnycart, see what Anubias.in offers as a plant-focused Bunnycart alternative.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to buy live aquarium plants online in India?
Yes, if the seller offers a live-arrival guarantee and packs plants to retain moisture. Hardy plants such as Anubias and Java fern arrive healthy in the vast majority of orders.
How long does aquarium plant delivery take in India?
Anubias.in dispatches promptly after payment and most orders arrive within about 3 days, depending on your location.
What are the best aquarium plants for beginners to buy online?
Anubias Nana, Java fern, Java moss, Cryptocoryne wendtii and Amazon Frogbit are all hardy, low-light plants that need no CO2. Read our guide to the best low-light aquarium plants.
Grown in Surat (pre-order plants imported to order) · live-arrival guarantee with a 4-hour unboxing video · ₹99 shipping, free from ₹999
