Brightwell Aquatics Florin Volcanit Rio Cafe-F

Brightwell Aquatics Florin Volcanit Rio Cafe-F

Overview

Brightwell Aquatics Florin Volcanit Rio Cafe-F is a fine-grain volcanic ash substrate created for freshwater planted aquariums and shrimp biotopes. Its ~3 mm, coffee-brown granules provide a natural look while offering excellent root penetration, gentle buffering toward slightly acidic conditions, and good water circulation within the substrate bed. Designed especially for Caridina and soft-water setups, it helps create stable, low-GH environments where shrimp and delicate plants can thrive.

Key Features

• Fine brown (~3 mm) fired volcanic ash substrate ideal for planted shrimp tanks

• Promotes strong root development and healthy plant growth

• Helps create slightly acidic, low-GH water conditions suitable for soft-water species and Caridina shrimp

• Semi-open structure enhances water diffusion and oxygenation throughout the substrate bed

• Chemically stable, with excellent long-term durability in aquascaped tanks

• Natural coffee-colored appearance that complements wood, rocks, and dense planting

• Suitable as a standalone substrate or as a cap over nutrient bases such as laterite or soil-type media

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