Scientific Name: Anubias sp. 'Dragon Claw'
Common Name: Anubias Dragon Claw
Origin: Cultivated aquarium variety
Growth Rate: Slow
Difficulty Level: Easy
Temperature: 20–30°C
pH: 6.0–8.0
GH: 2–15 dGH
KH: 2–10 dKH
Low to moderate lighting is recommended.
Can adapt well to low-light aquariums.
Moderate lighting supports healthy leaf development and maintains strong coloration.
Avoid excessive lighting, as slow growth can make the leaves more susceptible to algae accumulation.
CO₂ supplementation is not required.
Can grow successfully in low-tech aquariums without additional CO₂.
Supplemental CO₂ may encourage healthier growth and new leaf production.
Stable conditions are more important than high CO₂ levels.
Has relatively low nutrient requirements because of its slow growth rate.
Benefits from regular supplementation of macro and micronutrients.
Liquid fertilizers help provide nutrients through the water column and support healthy foliage.
Consistent access to trace elements helps maintain strong, well-developed leaves.
Best suited for the midground or background depending on the size of the specimen.
Excellent for attaching to rocks, driftwood and other hardscape materials.
Its distinctive curled and elongated leaves create strong visual texture around hardscape.
Do not bury the rhizome in the substrate, as this can lead to rhizome rot.
Propagated through rhizome division.
Divide a healthy rhizome into sections, ensuring each section contains healthy roots and several leaves.
Attach the divided sections to rocks or driftwood using aquarium-safe thread or glue.
New leaves and roots develop gradually as the plant becomes established.
Anubias sp. 'Dragon Claw' is a distinctive and highly decorative Anubias variety valued for its unusual, narrow and strongly curled leaves. The characteristic foliage creates a claw-like appearance, giving the plant a unique architectural texture that stands out among broad-leaved aquarium plants.
It is particularly effective when attached to rocks and driftwood where its rhizome can spread naturally across the hardscape. The twisted foliage adds depth, movement and visual interest to Nature-style and jungle aquascapes while providing a strong contrast against mosses and finer-leaved plants.
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