Carbon is one of the essential building blocks required for healthy aquatic plant growth. In natural environments, aquatic plants absorb dissolved carbon dioxide (CO2) from the surrounding water to fuel photosynthesis — the process responsible for producing energy, growth and oxygen release.
In many home aquariums, however, CO2 levels are often too low to fully support demanding plant species, particularly in heavily planted aquascapes. Fish Science Carbon Boost helps bridge this gap by providing an alternative carbon source that plants can utilise efficiently during photosynthesis.
Regular use helps support stronger growth, improved leaf development and more vibrant colouration, particularly in red-leaved plants that often require higher nutrient and carbon availability to maintain their intensity. Carbon Boost is suitable for both epiphytic plants that absorb nutrients primarily through their leaves and root-feeding species that draw nutrients from the substrate.
In addition to supporting plant growth, balanced carbon availability can also help inhibit nuisance algae by improving the competitiveness and health of desirable plants. Healthier plants consume more nutrients from the water column, leaving fewer excess nutrients available for algae to exploit.
Carbon Boost also helps support more stable pH conditions around neutral values, particularly when used as part of a balanced planted aquarium routine.
Alternative carbon source for aquarium plants
Supports photosynthesis and oxygen production
Encourages stronger plant growth and colouration
Ideal for planted aquariums without CO2 systems
Helps support red plant species
Can help reduce nuisance algae growth
Suitable for epiphytic and root-feeding plants
Safe for fish and shrimp when used correctly
Dose daily depending on planting density. Test pH regularly during use.
