Stratum substrate

ubstrate for freshwater aquariums only Does not discolor water, and helps control organic discoloration usually present when natural driftwood is used Provides newborn shrimp with the ideal refuge, allowing them to escape predation until they are grown Similar to the Fluval Plant Stratum, however its smaller composition makes it ideal for shrimp to climb on Recommended depth is 1.25 inches to 1.5 inches The Fluval stratum is a must have product if you want live plants within your aquarium and want to ensure a healthy growth. The substrate for fish aquarium is a porous structure that facilitates  the colonization of bacteria to provide optimal amount and quality of water to your shrimp. The substrate will also provide the required refuge to all the newborn shrimps to provide an ideal refuge to them. This helps them even stall the predators around them.   The substrate does not discolor water

Product Description: > Fluval plant stratum is the ideal substrate for planted aquariums featuring a light non-compacting porous structure. Its ideal properties as an aquarium substrate are highly beneficial to nitrifying bacteria which rapidly colonize the vast porous surface, providing optimal water quality for fish. Plant roots easily penetrate and spread within the fluval plant stratum allowing plants to flourish and obtain a variety of key nutrients. The inherent properties of fluval plant stratum will help support a neutral to slightly acidic ph, ideal for most plant species and species of tropical fish normally kept