Anubias gracilis
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Anubias gracilis was first mentioned in 1920 by Chevalier and thereafter validly described by Hutchinson and Dalziel in 1936.[1]
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[edit] Distribution
West Africa: Sierra Leone and Guinea.[1].
[edit] Description
Its long-stalked medium-green leaves are spade-shaped and may grow to 12 inches in length (30 cm).
[edit] Cultivation
This plant grows best when only partially submersed and when not crowded by other plants. It requires a lot of nutrients, a loose, iron-rich substrate, and moderate-to-strong light. It prefers a temperature range of 72-79 degrees F (22-26 degrees C). It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome.
[edit] References
- Hiscock, P. (2003). Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants. United States and Canada: Interpret Publishing. ISBN 0-7641-5521-0.