Anubias pangolino

Anubias Pangolino, commonly listed as Anubias barteri var. nana ‘Pangolino’, is one of the smallest Anubias forms in the hobby. It is sought after for its extremely small leaves, compact habit, and suitability for intricate aquascapes and nano tanks.

Like other Anubias, Pangolino is best grown attached to rock or driftwood rather than buried in substrate. Its extremely slow growth and miniature scale make it especially useful in nano aquariums, delicate hardscape layouts, and aquascapes that benefit from fine detail without visual bulk. Glass Aqua also notes that it shares the hardy, adaptable nature associated with other Anubias nana forms.

Key Highlights

Placement: Epiphyte; best attached to rock or driftwood, especially in foreground hardscape zones
Growth: Extremely slow-growing and highly compact
Height: Up to about 3 cm
Light: Low to moderate
CO₂: Optional; not essential for basic growth
Best use: Nano aquariums, delicate layouts, and hardscape-focused scapes where miniature scale matters most

Planting & Attachment Tips for Anubias Pangolino

Do not bury the rhizome. Attach the plant to rock or driftwood using thread or aquarium-safe gel glue, or place it into natural crevices in the hardscape while keeping the rhizome exposed.

Care & Maintenance

Anubias Pangolino is best treated as a slow, steady plant. It does well in low to moderate light, and because Anubias leaves can attract algae under stronger light, stable conditions and clean placement usually matter more than heavy intervention. Dennerle describes the growth rate as extremely slow, and broader Anubias guidance notes that new leaves form gradually.

What You’ll Receive

You will receive a healthy Anubias Pangolino portion suitable for attachment to rock or driftwood. As with Anubias generally, exact size, leaf count, and final density can vary naturally between plants and growing conditions.

Shipping & Transition Note

Minor settling can occur after shipping or after introduction into a new aquarium. Once attached securely and kept under stable conditions, Anubias Pangolino typically adjusts gradually and continues as a very slow-growing rhizome plant.

Aqua Matsya Quality Promise

We select and ship only healthy Anubias suitable for clean attachment and stable establishment, so your Anubias Pangolino arrives ready to settle in beautifully within the scape.