Troubleshooting
Anubias hastifolia problems — and how to fix them
Anubias hastifolia (Anubias hastifolia) 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 substrate burial. Keep the rhizome exposed on hardscape and trim mushy, darkened tissue.
Algae on large leaves
Big, slow leaves accumulate green-spot and beard algae under bright light. Lower light intensity and add circulation.
Outgrowing the tank
Its large size can overwhelm small aquariums. Site it in tall tanks or paludariums and divide periodically to control spread.
Transition melt
Emersed-grown plants may drop leaves when submerged. Keep the rhizome intact and wait for new aquatic foliage.
Prevent anubias hastifolia problems before they start
Most anubias hastifolia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for anubias hastifolia in general rather than its problems? Read the full anubias hastifolia care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Anubias hastifolia problems — FAQ
Why is my anubias hastifolia rhizome rot?
Caused by substrate burial. Keep the rhizome exposed on hardscape and trim mushy, darkened tissue.
Why is my anubias hastifolia algae on large leaves?
Big, slow leaves accumulate green-spot and beard algae under bright light. Lower light intensity and add circulation.
Why is my anubias hastifolia outgrowing the tank?
Its large size can overwhelm small aquariums. Site it in tall tanks or paludariums and divide periodically to control spread.
Why is my anubias hastifolia transition melt?
Emersed-grown plants may drop leaves when submerged. Keep the rhizome intact and wait for new aquatic foliage.