Anubias barteri nana 'Bigfoot'

Anubias barteri nana ‘Bigfoot’

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Anubias barteri nana ‘Bigfoot’
• Common Name: Bigfoot Anubias
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic rhizome plant
• Origin: Africa
• Height: 5–15 cm (compact but broad-leafed)
• Light Requirement: Low to medium
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Foreground to midground (attached to hardscape)
• Growth Rate: Slow

Overview:

Anubias barteri nana ‘Bigfoot’ is a distinctive and robust Anubias variety, known for its unusually large, thick leaves compared to standard Anubias nana. Despite its compact height, the broad foliage gives it a bold presence in planted aquariums.

This plant is exceptionally hardy and well suited to a wide range of aquarium setups, including low-tech tanks. It is best attached to rocks or driftwood, allowing the rhizome to remain exposed and healthy while creating a natural, established look.

Care and Growth:

‘Bigfoot’ thrives under low to medium lighting and does not require CO₂ injection, making it ideal for beginners. Strong lighting should be avoided where possible, as it may encourage algae growth on the slow-growing leaves.

Growth is slow but steady. Older leaves can be trimmed to maintain shape, and over time the plant will spread via its rhizome, forming a dense and attractive clump.

Key Features:

• Large, thick leaves on a compact plant
• Extremely hardy and beginner-friendly
• Thrives in low to medium lighting
• Does not require CO₂
• Ideal for attaching to rocks or driftwood

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.