Feb 2, 2024 · 1. Anubias Nana Petite. Let’s start with one of the most popular and easy options when it comes to hardy small live plants, the Anubias Nana Petite. There are many Anubias plants and they come in many different sizes. The nana petite stays small and only grows 3 – 5 inches, making it ideal for nano aquariums.