Anubias Barteri Round (Golden Coin)
Anubias Barteri Round (Golden Coin)
Anubias barteri 'Round', also known as Golden Coin Anubias — a beautiful and compact variant of Anubias barteri, prized for its rounded, coin-like leaves:
🌿 Overview:
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Common Name: Anubias Golden Coin, Anubias barteri 'Round'
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Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. 'Round' or 'Golden Coin'
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Family: Araceae
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Origin: Cultivar (not found in the wild; bred for aquariums)
🌱 Care Requirements:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Light | Low to Medium (avoid direct strong light to prevent algae) |
| CO₂ | Not required, but moderate CO₂ can help boost growth |
| Growth Rate | Slow to moderate |
| Placement | Foreground to midground (depending on tank size) |
| Height | ~5–12 cm |
| Leaf Size | ~3–5 cm diameter, rounded “coin” shape |
| Water Temperature | 22–28°C (72–82°F) |
| pH Range | 6.0–7.5 |
| Hardness (dGH) | 3–8 |
🪴 Planting Tips:
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Never bury the rhizome. Attach to hardscape like rocks, driftwood, or ceramic decor using thread, fishing line, or super glue gel.
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Can grow emersed or submerged. Great for paludariums too.
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Prune dead/yellowing leaves and split rhizomes to propagate.
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Avoid overcrowding the rhizome to prevent rot or stunted growth.
🧼 Maintenance:
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Clean algae from leaves gently with fingers or a soft brush.
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Add liquid fertilizers occasionally for best color, especially potassium.
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Keep water flow moderate to prevent debris from settling on the leaves.