Anubias Barteri Dark Angel

Anubias Barteri 'Dark Angel' – Rare Dark-Foliage Anubias with Wavy Texture

Anubias barteri 'Dark Angel' is a striking and rare Anubias variety, known for its ultra-dark green, thick, and slightly wavy leaves. Compact in size and incredibly hardy, this cultivar is ideal for aquascapers looking to create contrast and depth in their layouts. The textured foliage and deep coloration give it a premium, sculptural presence in any aquarium.

As a newly introduced cultivar, Anubias 'Dark Angel' is still uncommon in the aquarium trade, making it a prized find for collectors and aquascaping enthusiasts. Like other Anubias, it thrives when attached to hardscape and does best in low to medium lighting.

🌟 Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Anubias barteri 'Dark Angel'

• Common Name: Anubias Dark Angel

• Leaf Appearance: Dark green, thick, wavy leaves with a matte finish

• Growth Rate: Very slow-growing; compact and dense form

• Placement: Foreground, midground, or attached to hardscape

🌱 Growth & Care Requirements:

• Lighting Needs: Low to medium light; avoid intense light to reduce algae growth

• CO₂ & Fertilizers: CO₂ not required, but micronutrient dosing improves color and health

• Growth Method: Rhizomatous; must be attached to hardscape

• Nutrient Substrate: Not required

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes – excellent for terrariums and paludariums

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits:

• Adds dramatic dark foliage for bold contrast

• Complements light-colored plants and hardscape

• Great for low-tech and nano aquariums or blackwater themes

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Sold as loose bare-root or potted plant:

• Bare-root Plants: 6+ leaf small portion, loose with healthy rhizome

• Potted Plants: 6+ leaf plant, fully rooted in rock wool and net pot

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Avoid burying the rhizome in substrate, as this may cause rot. Attach to rocks or driftwood using thread or aquarium-safe glue (avoid gluing the rhizome directly). This slow-growing plant may develop algae under strong lighting without proper balance.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Please research local regulations before introducing aquatic plants to natural water bodies. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.