Anubias ‘Golden’ (Clump)
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🌿 Anubias ‘Golden’ — Shed‑Selected Premium Clump
Bright. Compact. High‑contrast. Perfect for any aquascape.
If you want a plant that brings vibrant color, easy care, and instant visual lift to your tank, Anubias ‘Golden’ is the one. This cultivar stays compact and dense, with bright yellow‑green leaves that hold their shape and resist melt. It’s a true Shed‑selected plant — stable, algae‑checked, and conditioned for long‑term success in Florida water.
Perfect for nano tanks, shrimp setups, blackwater contrast, or any aquascape that needs a clean, reliable accent plant.
Why ‘Golden’ Stands Out
Bright, glossy yellow‑green leaves Compact growth — stays tidy, never overgrows Thick rhizome for stability and easy attachment Works in low‑tech or high‑tech tanks Extremely hardy and beginner‑friendly Great contrast plant for dark wood, stone, and blackwater scapes
Tank Vibes
‘Golden’ thrives in:
Low–medium lighting Soft to moderate water Nano tanks, community tanks, shrimp tanks Hardscape placements: wood, stone, shaded corners Tanks with angels, tetras, rasboras, killis, and plecos
Attach it to wood or rock for best growth. Avoid burying the rhizome.
Plant Care
📌 Quick Stats
Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. ‘Golden’ Origin: Cultivar Growth Rate: Slow Placement: Mid‑ground / Hardscape Lighting: Low–Medium CO₂: Optional Difficulty: Easy
🌿 Appearance
- Bright yellow‑green leaves
- Compact, tidy growth habit
- Thick, sturdy rhizome
- High contrast against dark wood, stone, and blackwater
- Glossy leaf texture with stable, slow growth
💧 Water Parameters
Temperature: 72–82°F pH: 6.0–7.8 Hardness: Soft–Moderate Flow: Gentle to moderate Substrate: Not required (attach to wood/rock)
🔧 Care & Maintenance
- Do not bury the rhizome — attach to rock, wood, or hardscape
- Trim older yellowing leaves as needed
- Avoid strong, direct light to prevent algae
- Fertilization optional — thrives in low‑tech setups
- CO₂ improves growth but is not required
- Very forgiving — ideal for beginners and nano tanks
🌙 Tank Placement Tips
Use ‘Golden’ as a bright accent in scapes:
- Along stone lines
- Under driftwood branches
- In shaded corners for contrast
- Nano tank focal points
- Shrimp tank highlights
Perfect for:
- Nano tanks
- Community tanks
- Shrimp setups
- Low‑tech planted aquariums
- Color‑focused aquascapes
🐠 Compatibility
Safe with:
- Community fish
- Shrimp
- Snails
- Most plecos (avoid large, destructive species)
⚠️ Common Issues
- Algae on leaves: Reduce light intensity or duration
- Slow growth: Normal — this is a slow‑grower
- Rhizome rot: Caused by burying; keep it above substrate