{"product_id":"exo-terra-forest-floor-dual-substrate-4-4l","title":"Exo Terra Forest Floor Dual Substrate 4.4L","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3_tb_body  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNatural Equatorial Forest Substrate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_description et_pb_wc_description_0_tb_body et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti layer substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResembles natural forest floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps soil soft and moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows your animals to hide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutritional substrate for live plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for natural terrarium set-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-treated and odor absorbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from a sustainable resource\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan safely be composted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_description et_pb_wc_description_1_tb_body et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Exo Terra Equatorial Forest Floor is a multi layer substrate that allows you to recreate the forest floor as found in natural equatorial forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe forest floor is one of the most distinctive features of the equatorial forest ecosystem. It usually consists of two major layers;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The top layer mainly consisting of fresh leaf litter\u003cbr\u003e2. The base layer consists of rich organic matter – usually decomposed leaves \u0026amp; wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top layer consists of sun dried decorative Ardisia leaves from a sustainable resource. With this decorative top layer you can actually create the soft floor covering found in natural equatorial forests. The Ardisia leaves provide a soft layer for animals to burrow and cover their secret hideout. Most reptiles and amphibians forage the forest floor in search of food and water. The top layer covers the actual substrate underneath to facilitate its moisture retention and prevent the soil from drying out. These biodegradable Ardisia leaves are absolutely free of chemicals and can be safely composted in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base layer consists of rich organic matter from sustainable ground coconut husk fiber. It is a 100% natural, ecological and biodegradable substrate with great hygroscopic properties. This base layer makes an ideal substrate to create natural planted terrarium set-ups for humidity-loving reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Its water retention, natural rooting hormones and anti-fungal properties promote plant growth in your terrarium. The unique coir pith used for the Exo Terra Equatorial Forest Floor consists of a mixture of short fiber and coco-peat grain sizes ranging from coarse granules to fine clumps resulting in improved soil drainage and healthy plant root aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top layer of Ardisia leaves keeps the base layer slightly moist, facilitating maintenance by functioning as a natural ecosystem where beneficial organisms will brake down waste products and thus reduce odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Exo Terra Equatorial Forest Floor is heat-treated to reduce bacterial contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirections for use:\u003cbr\u003eSpread 2-4” (5-10 cm) of the base layer on the terrarium floor. Water or mist the substrate according to the humidity level required. Place your decorative items in the terrarium, than cover the floor with the top layer of decorative Ardisia leaves. Use an Exo Terra Hygrometer to monitor the level. To increase air humidity in well-ventilated terrariums or those with very high humidity requirements, place an Exo Terra terrarium substrate heater underneath the terrarium. Spot clean the bedding on a daily basis, and completely replace with new bedding when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in China – Ardisia leaves (Ardisia sieboldii Miq – Country of origin China) \u0026amp; Coconut Husk Fiber (Cocos nucifera L. – Country of origin China)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5_tb_body  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCONTENTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4.4l - 4QT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropical Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56680516485495,"sku":"TS02773","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2145\/4643\/files\/PT3112_01.webp?v=1770371824","url":"https:\/\/tropical-supplies.co.uk\/products\/exo-terra-forest-floor-dual-substrate-4-4l","provider":"Tropical Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}