Anubias Heterophylla var. Supernova: The Perfect Blend of Elegance and Resilience
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Anubias Heterophylla var. Supernova: The Perfect Blend of Elegance and Resilience

Anubias Heterophylla var. Supernova: The Perfect Blend of Elegance and Resilience

Anubias Heterophylla var. Supernova, a hardy hybrid Anubias with glossy elongated leaves

Anubias Heterophylla var. Supernova, commonly known as Anubias Supernova, is a captivating aquatic plant that brings a refined touch to any aquarium. Developed by the Aquatic Plant Centre nursery in Thailand, this natural hybrid combines the best traits of its parent species, Anubias Heterophylla, to create a hardy and visually stunning plant.

Anubias Supernova close-up showing glossy dark green leaves

Key Features

Impressive Foliage: lance-shaped leaves with a glossy sheen that radiates a deep, vibrant green, giving your aquascape an instant upgrade in aesthetic appeal.

Resilient and Adaptable: combines the resilience and adaptability of its parent species, thriving in a wide range of water conditions with low maintenance requirements.

Versatile Aquascaping Options: anchor it to driftwood, stones, or other decor, or place it in the substrate for flexible integration into minimalist or dense, lush aquascapes.

Optimal Conditions

Lighting: thrives in low to moderate light, helping maintain its deep green color while reducing the risk of excessive algae growth.

Water Parameters: tolerates a variety of conditions, though it prefers 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C) and pH 6.0 to 7.5.

Aquarium Benefits

Its broad, glossy leaves and bold structure add depth and dimension, creating striking contrast with driftwood, stones, or other hardscaping. It's naturally algae-resistant, so it stays attractive with minimal care, and its large leaves offer excellent cover and hiding spots for fish and invertebrates.

Anubias Supernova thriving in a planted aquascape

Care and Maintenance

With a slow to moderate growth rate, it's a low-maintenance plant that requires little effort to care for. Propagating is straightforward — divide the rhizome to create new plants and expand your collection.


Product Details

  • Scientific Name: Anubias Heterophylla Var. Supernova
  • Common Name: Anubias Supernova, Anubias Super Nova
  • Placement: Attachable to driftwood, stone, or decor
  • CO2 Requirement: Not required
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Nutrient Substrate: Not required
  • Can It Grow Emerged?: Yes
  • Lighting Requirements: Medium to high

A Good Starting Point

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