Anubias Pinto is an extraordinary variegated cultivar of Anubias barteri var. nana, selectively bred for its striking white and green marbled leaves. This plant is exceptionally rare in the aquarium hobby and a prized specimen among aquascaping enthusiasts seeking contrast and elegance. With its slow growth rate and compact form, Anubias Pinto is ideal for nano tanks, detail hardscape accents, and artistic Iwagumi layouts.
Its hardy nature and ability to thrive under low to medium lighting make it perfect for both beginners and advanced aquarists alike. Attach it to rocks, driftwood, or lava stones using thread or aquarium-safe glue—never bury the rhizome to avoid rot.
Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Pinto’
Common Name: Anubias Pinto
Leaf Pattern: Striking white and green marbled variegation
Growth Rate: Very slow-growing, compact structure
Placement: Foreground, hardscape, or nano tank centerpiece
Lighting Needs: Low to medium light; higher light intensifies variegation but increases algae risk
CO₂ & Fertilizers: CO₂ not required, but liquid ferts help maintain healthy leaves
Growth Method: Rhizomatous; attach to hardscape
Nutrient Substrate: Not required
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes – suitable for terrariums and paludariums
Adds rare white-toned contrast to green-dominated tanks
Perfect for nano tanks, shrimp tanks, or Wabi-Kusa bowls
Easy to integrate with wood and rock scapes
Sold as loose bare-root or potted plant:
Bare-root Plants: 6+ leaf small portion, loose with visible rhizome
Potted Plants: 6+ leaf plant, rooted in rock wool and net pot for easy planting or attachment
Anubias Pinto is a slow grower and sensitive to changes in water parameters. Avoid burying the rhizome in substrate, and do not apply glue directly onto the rhizome. Excessive algae growth can occur under high lighting. Handle gently upon arrival, and acclimate slowly.
Please check your local regulations before introducing any aquatic plants into public waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.
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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