Anubias Nangi - In Vitro
Anubias Nangi - In Vitro | Sterile Grown & Algae-Free
The Anubias Nangi - In Vitro is a unique aquarium plant grown sterilely in laboratory conditions. This in vitro plant is 100% free of algae, snails, pesticides, and other unwanted organisms, guaranteeing a clean start in your aquarium. The Anubias Nangi is a compact variety that grows to a maximum height of 15 cm and is perfect for the front and middle sections of your aquarium.
Why choose Anubias Nangi - In Vitro?
- 100% algae-free: Sterilely grown in laboratory conditions
- No snails or parasites: Guaranteed free of unwanted organisms
- Pesticide-free: Safe for shrimp and sensitive fish
- Multiple plants per cup: More plants for your money
- Compact size: Maximum 15cm high, perfect for front and center zone
- Extremely easy: Requires little to normal light
- Wide temperature tolerance: Thrives at 15-30°C, highly adaptable
- Long shelf life: Can be stored in the cup for weeks
Benefits of In Vitro Plants
In vitro plants are grown in sterile laboratory conditions and offer unique advantages:
- Algae-free: No introduction of algae into your aquarium
- No snails: Ideal for aquariums where you don't want snails
- Pesticide-free: Safe for shrimp, crayfish and sensitive fish
- Healthy plants: Grown under optimal conditions
- Multiple plants: Each cup contains several small plants that you can divide
- Long shelf life: Can be kept closed until needed
Care and Placement
The Anubias Nangi is a rhizome plant, meaning the rootstock (rhizome) should not be buried under sand or gravel. Here's how to use in vitro plants:
- Rinsing: Rinse the gel gently under lukewarm water.
- Divide: Divide the plants into smaller portions for multiple locations
- Placement: Attach to wood or stone, or plant the rhizome just above the substrate
- Adjustment: Give the plant 1-2 weeks to get used to underwater growth
- Growth: The plant will attach itself and continue to grow
Technical Specifications
- Placement: Front & center zone | on wood and/or stone
- Maximum height: 15 cm
- Leaf color: Dark green
- Temperature: 15-30°C
- pH: 5.0-8.0
- KH: 0-15
- CO2: 5-40 mg/l (not required, but promotes growth)
- Light requirements: Low to normal
- Origin: Africa (Cultivated in vitro)
- Family: Araceae
- Type: Rhizome plant
- Packaging: Sterile In Vitro cup
- Propagation: By division of the rhizome
Perfect for
The Anubias Nangi - In Vitro is ideal for:
- Shrimp aquariums (100% pesticide-free)
- New aquariums where you don't want to introduce algae
- Aquascapers who want a clean start
- Aquariums where you don't want snails
- Nature Aquarium style with clean planting
- Low-tech aquariums without CO2
- Nano aquariums (multiple plants from one cup)
- As a gift (professional packaging)
Combination tips
Combine the Anubias Nangi with other in vitro plants for a completely algae- and snail-free aquarium. It also complements other Anubias varieties, such as Anubias Nana Petite or Anubias Bonsai. For a natural look, combine the plant with driftwood and rocks.
Note: In vitro plants are grown above water and need 1-2 weeks to acclimate to underwater growth. Some leaves may die during this period, but the plant will produce new leaves under water. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
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