Anubias Heterophylla (Mother Pot)

Anubias Heterophylla is a popular aquatic plant known for its large, elongated leaves, making it an ideal choice for aquascaping and planted tank setups. As a larger leaf variety of Anubias, it features long stems similar to Anubias Barteri, but with leaves nearly twice the length—growing up to 12 inches long. This makes it a striking choice for midground or background placement in both aquariums and terrariums.

Like other species in the Anubias genus, Anubias Heterophylla thrives in both submerged and emersed environments. It’s a flowering plant that grows best when its rhizome is attached to hardscape, such as driftwood or porous stones. Avoid burying the rhizome in substrate to prevent rot.

This versatile aquarium plant prefers low to medium lighting, which helps minimize the risk of algae on its slow-growing leaves. While CO2 supplementation is not required, it can enhance growth and improve leaf structure. Routine fertilization will also support healthy development.

Propagation is simple: cut or gently divide the rhizome and reattach it to your desired surface. Whether you’re designing a lush aquascape or enhancing a tropical terrarium, Anubias Heterophylla is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that adds texture and depth to any aquatic setup.