Tropica Anubias barteri ’Coin Leaf’

Description

🪙🌿 Tropica Anubias barteri ‘Coin Leaf’

The Tropica Anubias barteri ‘Coin Leaf’ is a striking variation of the classic Anubias, recognized for its broad, round, coin-shaped leaves 🪙. This hardy plant is loved by aquascapers and beginners alike for its bold texture, slow growth, and adaptability to a wide range of aquarium conditions. Its vibrant green, circular leaves provide a lush, decorative contrast to more slender or fine-leaved plants.

Like other Anubias varieties, ‘Coin Leaf’ is extremely easy to care for, making it ideal for both low-tech and high-end aquascapes. It thrives even in low-light setups 💡, resists algae when placed in shaded areas, and remains safe in community tanks with fish, shrimp, and snails 🐟🦐🐌.

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Key Features ✨

🪙 Unique round “coin-shaped” leaves for bold aquascaping design
💪 Hardy and low-maintenance – thrives in low to medium light
🪵 Naturally attaches to wood, rock, or décor
⏳ Very slow-growing, long-lasting plant
🐟 Safe for aquariums with fish, shrimp, and snails
🌿 Excellent centerpiece or accent plant in aquascapes

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Origin & Popularity 🌍

Anubias plants originate from tropical West Africa, where they naturally grow along riverbanks and shaded wetlands. The ‘Coin Leaf’ form is a cultivated variety that quickly became popular for its unique rounded foliage, which stands out in both nano aquariums and large planted displays.

Because of its decorative appearance and easy care, ‘Coin Leaf’ has become a favorite for aquascapers looking to add bold textures without the hassle of fast-growing maintenance.

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Aquascaping Potential 🎨

🌱 Foreground / Midground use – Works as a lush accent in the front or as a cluster in the midground.
🪵 On hardscape – Attaches beautifully to driftwood and stones, creating a natural, mature look.
🐠 Community tanks – Leaves are too tough for most fish to eat, making it reliable in mixed setups.
🎋 Contrast plant – Its round leaves contrast beautifully with fine-leaved stems and grassy plants.

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Planting & Care 🛠️

❌ Do not bury the rhizome – attach it to rocks, driftwood, or décor.
💡 Prefers low to medium light; too much light may cause algae.
⏳ Growth is very slow but steady, producing new leaves over time.
💧 Fertilization and CO₂ are optional but can enhance leaf color and health.
✂️ Trim away old leaves to keep the plant fresh and tidy.

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Care Reference Chart 📋

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Why Choose Anubias barteri ‘Coin Leaf’? 🤔

If you want a bold, unique, and nearly indestructible plant, Anubias ‘Coin Leaf’ is an excellent choice. Its round leaves bring character and contrast to planted aquariums while requiring minimal effort to maintain. Perfect for beginners and advanced aquascapers alike, this plant adds a long-lasting touch of natural beauty to your tank.

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Important Notice ⚠️

All Tropica plants are grown and handled with great care to remain as pest-free as possible. However, because this is not a tissue culture specimen, we cannot 100% guarantee it will be free of snails 🐌, algae 🌿, or other hitchhikers.

For a completely pest-free option ✅, Tropica Tissue Culture (TC) plants are recommended, as they are produced under sterile conditions.