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Anubias Nana 'Paxing' (Clump)
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Anubias Nana 'Paxing' (Clump)

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🌿 Anubias Nana ‘Paxing’ — Shed‑Selected Premium Clump

Hardy. Compact. Deep green. Perfect for any aquascape.

 

If you want a plant that brings rich color, easy care, and instant structure to your tank, Anubias Nana ‘Paxing’ is the one. This variety stays compact and dense, with thick, dark‑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, mid‑ground scapes, shrimp setups, or any aquascape that needs a clean, reliable anchor plant.

 

Why ‘Paxing’ Stands Out

  • Deep, glossy dark‑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 bright fish and wood/stone scapes

 

Tank Vibes

‘Paxing’ 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.

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Plant Care

📌 Quick Stats

Scientific Name: Anubias barteri var. ‘Paxing’ Origin: Cultivar Growth Rate: Slow Placement: Mid‑ground / Hardscape Lighting: Low–Medium CO₂: Optional Difficulty: Easy

🌿 Appearance

  • Deep, glossy dark‑green leaves
  • Compact, tidy growth habit
  • Thick, sturdy rhizome
  • Dense leaf spacing for a clean, structured look
  • Perfect contrast plant for bright fish and natural hardscape

💧 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 ‘Paxing’ as a compact green anchor in scapes:

  • Under driftwood branches
  • Along stone lines
  • In shaded corners
  • Mid‑ground accents
  • Nano tank focal points

Perfect for:

  • Nano tanks
  • Community tanks
  • Shrimp setups
  • Angelfish tanks
  • Killifish setups
  • Low‑tech planted aquariums

🐠 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
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