Seachem Flourish Excel
- Carbon source for the aquarium
- Can have a positive effect on algae reduction
- Especially against red algae
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Description
Seachem Flourish Excel is a source of bioavailable organic carbon. All plants require a source of carbon. This is typically obtained from CO2, but, may also be derived from simple organic compounds (such as photosynthetic intermediates). The use of either CO2 injection or Flourish Excel does not necessarily negate the use of the other. Because the processes of producing photosynthetic intermediates and building onto them occur simultaneously, one can derive a substantial benefit with the use of Flourish Excel either alone or in conjunction with CO2 . The combination is particularly ideal for situations when continuing to add CO2 could result in dangerously low pH levels. Flourish Excel also has iron reducing properties which promote the ferrous state of iron (Fe+2), which is more easily utilized by plants than ferric iron (Fe+3).
The reason plants need CO2 is to produce longer chain carbon compounds also known as photosynthetic intermediates. Photosynthetic intermediates includes compounds such as ribulose 1,5-bisphosphate, and 2-carboxy-3-keto-D-arabinitol 1,5 bisphosphate. Although the names are complicated, the structures are quite simple (5 carbon chains). Flourish Excel does not contain these specific compounds per se, but one that is quite similar. By dosing with Flourish Excel you bypass the involvement of CO2 and introduce the already finished, structurally similar compounds. It is in its structural similarity that Flourish Excel is able to be utilized in the carbon chain building process of photosynthesis. Simple chemical or enzymatic steps can easily convert it to any one to any one of the above named compounds (or a variety of others).
Features
- Bioavailable organic carbon source for the planted aquarium
- Use as an alternative to CO2 supply or as a supplement to it
- Supports the photosynthetic work of aquatic plants
Application
On initial use or after a major (> 40%) water change, use 1 capful (5 ml) for every 40 l (10 gallons*). Thereafter use 1 capful for every 200 l (50 gallons*) daily or every other day. Dosing may be slowly increased in high-growth aquariums. For smaller dosing please note that each cap thread is approximately 1 ml.
Product safety
Safety information in accordance with GHS
Signal word: Warning
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Seachem
Seachem is a renowned manufacturer of aquarium fertilisers and water conditioners. For over 40 years, hobbyists and professionals have benefited from the innovative products. A wide range of aids such as Seachem Purigen or Seachem Matrix ensure crystal-clear water in the aquascape. Biological water conditioners for the aquarium are also offered with products such as Seachem Stabilty are also offered.
Manufacturer information
| Manufacturer | |
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| Name | Seachem Laboratories Inc. |
| Street | Seachem Drive 1000 |
| City | GA 30650 Madison |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Country | Vereinigte Staaten |
| Website | www.seachem.com |
| Responsible person | |
|---|---|
| Name | E.A. European aquaristics GmbH |
| Street | Deichstraße 189 |
| City | 27804 Berne |
| State | Niedersachsen |
| Country | Deutschland |
| info@europeanaquaristics.com | |
| Website | europeanaquaristics.com |
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Saw it with YouTubers and tried it myself too. Does what it promises. No algae resulted from it during the cycling phase, and the animals are doing well too as long as you stick... (read more)
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Habe es bei Youtubern gesehen und selber auch ausprobiert. Hält was es verspricht. Keine Algen dadurch entstanden in der Einfahrphase und auch den Tieren gehts gut solange man sich an die Dosiermenge hält.
I use it for two things. First against beard algae; as a direct local application it's definitely effective, and it also works very well in general. (read more)
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Benutze das als zweierlei. Einmal gegen Bartalgen, als direkte Anwendung lokal ist das auf jeden Fall effektiv und generalistisch wirkt das auch sehr gut. Da geht die Belastung langsam und sicher zurück . Und als zweites hab ich gehört, das sich das Flüssige Carbon auch positiv auf die biologischen Filtermedien bzw. deren Bakterien auswirkt, das bin ich aber noch am ausprobieren.
Hi, The shipping took 3 days to Switzerland. Thiss the second time I get this product, if you want a good fast growing plant, you should get one of these. (read more)
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