Anubias Petite

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$6.99

Emersed Growth: Bare-root Plants

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Anubias Petite

Emersed Growth: Bare-root Plants

Price
$6.99

Anubias Petite – Compact Beauty for Nano and Low-Tech Aquariums

Anubias Petite (Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Petite’) is a beloved dwarf cultivar of the classic Anubias Nana, celebrated for its tiny, dark green leaves and exceptional hardiness. Its miniature size and slow-growing nature make it a favorite among aquascapers for detailed foreground work, nano aquariums, and low-maintenance setups.

Originally discovered as a natural mutation, Anubias Petite has become a staple for aquascapers around the world who value refined textures and clean, minimalist layouts. Whether attached to driftwood, stones, or used as a subtle carpet in shaded areas, it offers elegant greenery that requires very little upkeep.


🌿 Key Features of Anubias Petite

  • Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Petite’

  • Tiny Leaf Structure: Small, dark green leaves (½ inch or smaller) ideal for detailed aquascaping work.

  • Epiphytic Growth Habit: Best attached to decor like rocks, wood, or aquarium ornaments.

  • Low Light Tolerant: Thrives in shaded aquariums with minimal lighting.

  • Hardy & Versatile: Suitable for beginners, shrimp tanks, and even goldfish or cichlid setups.


Optimal Growing Conditions

  • Lighting: Low to moderate

  • CO₂: Not required

  • Substrate: Not necessary—attach to hardscape only (do not bury rhizome)

  • Water Parameters:

    • pH: 6.0–7.8

    • Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)


🐠 Aquascaping Benefits

  • Perfect for Nano Tanks: Its miniature size makes it a perfect fit for smaller aquariums.

  • Foreground or Midground Accent: Adds texture and depth without overwhelming a layout.

  • Algae-Resistant: When properly cared for, the thick leaves resist algae and require minimal cleaning.

  • Ideal for Low-Tech Tanks: Flourishes in setups without injected CO₂ or intense lighting.


🌱 Why Choose Anubias Petite?

Anubias Petite is a go-to plant for aquarists seeking clean design and long-lasting beauty in their tanks. Its ease of care, durable nature, and elegant appearance make it perfect for beginners and pros alike. Whether you're designing a detailed Iwagumi scape or simply adding greenery to a betta tank, this dwarf variety never fails to impress.


📦 What You’ll Receive

Enhance your aquarium with our fresh, high-quality plants, available in convenient formats:

  • Loose Bare-Root Plants: Includes approximately 6 or more leaves of bare-root Anubias Petite for flexible placement.

  • Rooted Potted Plants: Includes approximately 6 or more leaves, potted with rock wool in a net pot for easy installation.


🔒 Disclaimer

Pictures shown are sample representations. Actual plants may vary in size, leaf count, and color. We do not guarantee that plants will be pest-free, pesticide-free, or grown submerged or emersed unless specified.


⚠️ State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner

Please never release Anubias Petite—or any aquatic plant—into local waterways. Responsible disposal protects our native ecosystems and helps prevent the spread of invasive species.

 

Shipping Policy

At Aquarium Plants Factory, we carefully package and ship all orders to ensure plants and livestock arrive healthy and ready to thrive.


Order Processing Time

Most orders are processed within 1–2 business days after payment is received.

Orders placed on weekends or holidays will be processed on the next business day.

Orders containing out-of-stock, pre-order, or backorder items may require additional handling time.

Once your order ships, tracking information will be sent to your email.


Shipping Schedule

Live Plants

Live plant orders ship Monday through Saturday when using United States Postal Service (USPS).

Most plant-only orders ship within 1–3 business days, excluding products that are out of stock, pre-order, or backorder.

Estimated USPS delivery time is 2–5 business days, depending on your location.


UPS Express Shipping

We offer the following UPS expedited shipping options:

UPS 2-Day Air®

Estimated delivery: 2 business days

Please note that UPS 2-Day Air® is not a guaranteed service in the event of carrier delays, weather disruptions, or operational issues.

UPS Next Day Air®

Estimated delivery: 1 business day

This service is guaranteed by UPS according to their service guarantee policies.

UPS expedited orders ship Monday through Wednesday only to ensure packages arrive within the same week and avoid weekend delays.

Please note that orders require 1–2 business days of handling time before shipment.

To help ensure same-week delivery, please place UPS orders on or before Tuesday at 6:00 AM Pacific Time (PT).


Live Animals Shipping

Live animal orders ship Monday through Wednesday only.

This schedule ensures animals arrive within the same week and do not remain in transit over the weekend.

Handling time for live animal orders typically ranges from 1–5 business days, depending on:

  • Weather conditions

  • Livestock health

  • Shipping destination

Tracking information will be emailed once the order has been shipped.


Free Shipping

We offer Free Shipping on eligible orders over $150 within the contiguous United States.

Estimated delivery time for free shipping orders is 2–5 business days.

If your order contains both live plants and live animals, the shipment may be combined and the appropriate shipping rate will be shown at checkout.

Free Shipping is not available for customers located in:

  • Alaska

  • Hawaii

  • Puerto Rico

  • Guam

  • U.S. Virgin Islands

Customers in these locations must select Expedited or Express shipping options at checkout.


Delivery Time Estimates

Delivery times shown at checkout are estimates provided by the shipping carrier.

While we work hard to ship orders quickly, delivery times may vary due to factors outside of our control, including:

  • Weather conditions

  • Carrier delays

  • High shipping volumes

  • Transportation disruptions

Aquarium Plants Factory is not responsible for shipping delays caused by the carrier.


Delayed or Lost Packages

Occasionally, shipments may take longer than expected.

A package is considered lost only after 15 business days (approximately 3 weeks) from the ship date.

If a package is confirmed lost by the carrier, we may offer a 50/50 replacement, meaning:

  • Aquarium Plants Factory covers 50% of the replacement cost

  • The customer covers 50% plus shipping


Address Accuracy

Customers are responsible for providing a complete and accurate shipping address when placing an order.

Please ensure that your address is correct when using payment methods such as:

  • Credit / Debit Card

  • PayPal

  • Apple Pay

  • Google Pay

  • Amazon Pay

  • Shopify Pay

  • AliPay

Orders returned due to:

  • Incorrect address

  • Refused delivery

  • Failed delivery attempts

may not be eligible for a refund.


Order Cancellations

If you need to cancel an order, please contact us as soon as possible.

Orders can only be canceled before they have been shipped.

Once an order has been shipped, it can no longer be canceled.


Returns

Due to the sensitive nature of live goods, all sales are final.

We do not accept returns or exchanges for:

  • Live plants

  • Live animals


For any shipping questions, please contact us before placing your order.

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 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

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.

  1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
  2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

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.

 

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

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.

  1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
  2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
  3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
  4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

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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  • 1 star: 3 (3%)
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James G.M.
Java moss

All $180.00 of Java moss you people sent me arrived brown. It's not coming out of it. Probably soon will all be dead. You company ripped me off. I expect to be fully rembersed. What a letdown, so sad.

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Steven K. (United States)
Adapted fine

I don't have patience for introducing emmersed plants to submerged. I planted & filled the tank immedately. The Anubias Petite was glued as accent pieces to my driftwood and immediately took off with sending out new leaves. They have a nice shoft velvety green. High light & fertilized tank.

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Kristy B. (United States)
Beautiful little plant

I love this little plant! It’s a beautiful deep green and looks so good against the driftwood in my tank. This is my first attempt at a planted tank so I was really nervous about the types of plants to get and where to get them. I’m so completely happy with my purchase! The plants came in a sealed bag and I received 3 small rooted plants. I was able to cut them apart to spread them out along the driftwood. I recommend this company and will definitely order from them again!

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Stephen P. (United States)
Died

Not cool. I got two of these and both within days became squishy and died.

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Stephanie B. (United States)
Happy Plants

They arrived in great condition and are doing well!! Definitely will order from here again!

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Khurt W. (United States)
Beautiful

The Anubias arrived in three small pouches. The plants are a healthy green colour. I am thrilled.

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V.Z.P. (United States)
Healthy and beautiful plants

The plants arrived in less than a week. All 3 petites and 1 barteri round where in perfect condition as you can see in the picture. A little pricey in my opinion (that you see is 52 bucks in plants) but very healthy, nice looking plants. They look beautiful in my small beta tank.

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Jen (United States)
Cute, healthy

Bought these for a driftwood bonsai. Love the look. Healthy plants. Very vibrant green. Can't wait to see it grow out!

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James N. (United States)
Beautiful and healthy plant

This is my second ordered of Anubias petite from APF and I am very happy with all the plants that I received. Thank you.

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Christopher N. (United States)
Speechless

So I ordered a good amount of plants and the packaging and the item itself was out of this world. I've ordered plenty of plants from all over and these are outstanding. Below is all the plants I bought from aquarium plant factory..all are doing well only 2days in tank some die off but always expected.

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Dmytro (United States)

So tiny but so beautiful. Love it!

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Anon (United States)

Loved how this one turned out on one of my driftwood pieces. Very happy with my purchases from you guys

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Nicole D. (United States)
Great little plants that you can put on driftwood and furniture

Very adorable plants and they fit in well to little places.

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Mariel G. (United States)
Awesome

awesome good looking little plants better than expected, they are the top of my bonsai tree. Very happy with my purchase. Will definitely buy again

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Jalen B. (United States)
Great hardy plants

The plants I received were very healthy. Had a deep green color with lots of leaves. Bought some previously and it’s been acclimating for a month. Had one plant that had half melt off but the rest were fine.

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luhan4000 (United States)
great

healthy plant, recomment

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VinhD (United States)
Looking Great!

Plants arrived in great looking condition, they are still in my holding tank for few days now waiting to be planted on my new scape tank. Also pest free, will definitely order more again.

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Raymond T. (United States)
Perfect condition

I ordered from many places but the best definitely came from here will definitely order again. Shipping was quick too.

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Rachel E. (United States)
Beautiful Pots

They arrived in perfect condition and pest free! They have been in my tank for over a week now. I intend to put them in a bonsai tree and can't wait!

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Earl E. (United States)
Perfect!

This plant is amazing, a small mass of growing tips too many to count. I had hopes of dividing this into 2 or three pieces but doing so would destroy the plant. I glued it in place and can't wait for it to grow into a dense cluster.

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Kristen (United States)
Beautiful and healthy

Beautiful and healthy with no o served hitchhikers. The buy two get one deal was great and they were large enough to separate into several pieces of wood.

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