Anubias barteri 'Rainforest' is a unique and eye-catching aquatic plant prized for its thick, dark green leaves with a naturally curled, rippled texture. This rare variant of Anubias adds bold visual interest and a rugged, rainforest-inspired aesthetic to freshwater aquariums. Its rich foliage and distinctive leaf form provide excellent contrast and depth, especially in low-tech and nature-style tanks.
Like all Anubias species, Anubias Rainforest is extremely hardy, slow-growing, and adaptable. It thrives best when attached to driftwood, rocks, or other hardscape, making it easy to place and maintain. Whether used in midground or as a textured foreground highlight, it is an excellent addition for aquascapers seeking long-lasting structure and low-maintenance greenery.
Scientific Name: Anubias barteri 'Rainforest'
Common Name: Anubias Rainforest
Growth Form: Epiphytic plant with rippled, curled foliage
Leaf Color: Deep forest green with rugged texture
Light Demand: Low to medium
CO₂ Requirement: Not required
Growth Rate: Slow
Placement: Foreground to midground, or attached to hardscape
Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH Range: 6.0–7.8
Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Lighting: Best in low to moderate lighting to avoid algae buildup on leaves
Natural Texture: Curled leaf structure adds a rugged, natural aesthetic
Versatile Placement: Easily attaches to rocks, driftwood, or decor
Algae-Resistant: Thick leaves resist decay and algae overgrowth
Beginner-Friendly: Extremely low maintenance and durable in most environments
Propagation: By dividing the rhizome
Nutrient Substrate: Not Required – thrives when secured to hardscape
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes – excellent for paludariums or riparium setups
Loose Bare-Root Plants:
Includes approximately 5 or more leaves – perfect for attaching to wood, stone, or decor.
Rooted Potted Plants:
Includes approximately 5 or more leaves, securely potted in rock wool and a net pot for convenient placement and minimal stress during planting.
Do not bury the rhizome in substrate. Keep it exposed and attached to hardscape for best results. Some minor leaf curling or cosmetic marks may occur during shipping but will not affect overall plant health.
Return Policy: All sales are final
24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours. Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.
Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.
It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.
Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
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