Anubias Barteri Var Barteri Mother Pot
Best low-maintenance centerpiece for freshwater aquarium hobbyists of all levels.
Enhance your freshwater aquarium with this mature, low-maintenance aquatic plant. It features thick, dark green, leathery leaves and a slow growth habit, making it ideal for both novice and experienced aquarists. This rhizomatous plant thrives when its rhizome is kept exposed and attached to hardscape elements like driftwood or rocks. It is guaranteed to arrive alive and healthy, ready to add natural beauty to your aquatic environment.
$60.00
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Price vs Category Average
+41%
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Packaging Type
Mother Pot
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Who it's for
- Busy hobbyists preferring minimal maintenance and durable, herbivore-resistant foliage
- Beginners and low-tech hobbyists seeking a resilient, forgiving aquatic plant
- Aquascapers wanting immediate, mature visual impact in their tank layout
Who should skip it
- Novices unfamiliar with proper rhizome placement to avoid plant rot
- Gardeners needing rapid growth to fill large aquarium spaces quickly
- Aquarists struggling with persistent algae control in high-light environments
Performance breakdown
Hardiness
Extremely resilient foliage that withstands varied freshwater conditions with ease.
Maintenance Level
Slow growth rate minimizes the need for frequent trimming or pruning.
Specimen Maturity
Large mother pot provides an instant, established look for new aquascapes.
Hardscape Versatility
Rhizome structure allows for effortless attachment to driftwood and porous rocks.
Lighting Adaptability
Thrives in low-light environments where more demanding plants often struggle.
Shipping Viability
Robust leaves and hardy nature ensure high survival rates during transit.
Key Specs
Packaging Type
Mother Pot
Intended Environment
Freshwater Aquarium
Growth Form
Rosette
Plant Type
Rhizomatous
Light Requirement
Low Light
Salinity Tolerance
Freshwater
Know before you buy
A mother pot refers to a mature, well-established specimen that is significantly larger and more developed than standard nursery plugs. These plants are ideal for creating an immediate focal point in your aquarium rather than waiting for a small cutting to grow out.
No, you should avoid burying the rhizome—the thick, horizontal stem—in the substrate, as this can cause it to rot. Instead, use fishing line or super glue gel to attach the plant to driftwood or rockwork, allowing the roots to grow into the water column.
Anubias barteri is a low-light plant, making it perfect for standard aquarium setups without high-output lighting. If you provide too much light, you may notice algae growth on the slow-growing, leathery leaves.
Yes, this is an excellent choice for fish that are known to be rough on plants. The leaves are thick, tough, and leathery, which makes them unappealing to most herbivorous fish that would otherwise destroy more delicate species.
While supplemental CO2 and fertilizers can accelerate growth, they are not required for this species. It is a slow-growing, hardy plant that can thrive in most freshwater environments with basic maintenance.
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