Anubias come from humid areas of West Africa and are cultivated here as aquarium plants. They can be planted in the sand. But an Anubia is particularly decorative when it sits on a piece of root in the water.
Anubias are very fond of clinging to roots
Why root?
There are many accessories available for aquariums. For example wood roots. They are a piece of nature, even if they are no longer alive. Accordingly, they appear natural and fit well into the living water world. They offer an interesting, often bizarre look. Each piece is also unique.
In addition to stones, these roots are also ideal for Anubias. They live on them as so-called sitters. The brown tones of the root and the green of the Anubia create a beautiful contrast.
buy root
If you want to be on the safe side, buy the root in a special shop for aquarium supplies. The roots that are offered there are suitable for an aquarium with animals and plants. Most of the roots come from trees in swampy areas.
It is theoretically possible to search for suitable roots here in nature. But this task should not be underestimated. The dead wood must then be watered. In addition, it must not rot prematurely in the water, release undesirable substances or lead to discolouration.
tips
Even if Anubias grow slowly, you should make sure in advance that the size of the root fits the maximum possible size of your Anubia plant.
Fasten Anubia
At the beginning, the Anubia cannot hold on to the root. That's why she has to be tied to it. This can be done using the following means:
- special aquarium plant glue
- solid yarn
- fishing line
tips
Before you tie down the Anubia plant, you should put it in the aquarium together with the root to determine the best perching position.
Remove attachment
After a certain time, the Anubia will form new adhesive roots with which it will cling to the root. This gives you a stable hold and is no longer dependent on the attachment. Fastening cords can therefore be removed again in order not to disturb the harmonious picture.
Buy Anubia with root
If you want to save yourself the work of tying up, you can buy ready-made arrangements. This means that the Anubia is delivered with a root to which it is already firmly connected.