Troubleshooting
Anubias barteri var. barteri problems — and how to fix them
Anubias barteri var. barteri (Anubias barteri var. barteri) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Rhizome rot
Caused by burying the rhizome in substrate. Keep the rhizome fully exposed and attach only the roots; trim any mushy, blackened sections.
Algae on leaves
Slow growth means leaves linger long enough to collect green-spot and black-beard algae, especially under bright light. Reduce lighting intensity and improve flow.
Melting after transition
Plants grown emersed at the farm may shed older leaves when first submerged. Leave the rhizome intact; new submersed leaves regrow within weeks.
Stunted, no new growth
Usually low water-column nutrients or no CO2. Dose a complete liquid fertiliser and be patient, as this species is naturally very slow.
Prevent anubias barteri var. barteri problems before they start
Most anubias barteri var. barteri issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common broad-leaved anubias problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Anubias barteri var. barteri watering schedule
- Anubias barteri var. barteri light requirements
- Best soil mix for anubias barteri var. barteri
- Anubias barteri var. barteri temperature & humidity
- Full anubias barteri var. barteri care guide
Looking for anubias barteri var. barteri in general rather than its problems? Read the full anubias barteri var. barteri care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Anubias barteri var. barteri problems — FAQ
Why is my anubias barteri var. barteri rhizome rot?
Caused by burying the rhizome in substrate. Keep the rhizome fully exposed and attach only the roots; trim any mushy, blackened sections.
Why is my anubias barteri var. barteri algae on leaves?
Slow growth means leaves linger long enough to collect green-spot and black-beard algae, especially under bright light. Reduce lighting intensity and improve flow.
Why is my anubias barteri var. barteri melting after transition?
Plants grown emersed at the farm may shed older leaves when first submerged. Leave the rhizome intact; new submersed leaves regrow within weeks.
Why is my anubias barteri var. barteri stunted, no new growth?
Usually low water-column nutrients or no CO2. Dose a complete liquid fertiliser and be patient, as this species is naturally very slow.