ADA Amazonia Soil 3l (Powder) Completely new substrate made from specially processed natural material from the earth. Colloid particles capture dirt floating in the water, without any chemical treatment. Gives clarity to the water and creates conditions ideal for healthy growth of aquatic plants. Helps to lower the hardness level of the water. Helps to bring the pH level of the water down to an ideal level for most of the aquatic plants. Composed of granules of size and density ideal for the fast development of healthy plant root systems, rather than conventional substrates such as sand. Granules maintain their shape for a long period in water, holding air between them, which is vital for the long time maintenance of a planted aquarium. Used with Power Sand stimulates the fast colonization of bacteria in the substrate and creates perfect conditions for plant root systems. Most desirable pH level for most aquatic plants(ph 5.5 - 6.5) to develop their root systems. Aqua Soil - Amazonia is an idea substrate material for Nature Aquarium. With this product, you can easily re-create a natural environment where aquatic plants grow rapidly and fish and invertebrates live a healthy life. It contains plenty of organic acids and nutrients which encourage plants root growth, and provides a perfect substrate system for aquatic plants when used with ADA's POWER SAND. Its powder type performs effectively when used in small-size aquariums or spread in a thin layer over the normal type Amazonia. Most plants exit by spreading their roots inside the earth. This is to sustain its body and also to absorb nutrition from the soil. Many aquarists thought water plants grew better in soil, but it was not a good choice when considering the cloudiness of the water.