Exo Terra Forest Floor substrates are multi-layered that resemble the natural soil of typical reptile and amphibian environments. They are made up of a base layer of ground coconut husk fiber that is rich in organic matter, and a decorative top layer that can be made of bamboo leaves, Ardisia leaves or moss.
Main characteristics of the Forest Floor Exo Terra
- 100% natural.
- Multi layer substrate.
- It resembles the natural floor of the jungle.
- Keeps the soil soft and moist.
- Allows animals to dig and hide.
- Nutritional substrate for live plants.
- Ideal for natural terrariums.
- Heat treated and absorbs odors.
- Made from a sustainable resource.
- It can be safely composted.
Bamboo Forest Floor
Equatorial Forest Floor
Tropical Forest Floor
the jungle floor
Exo Terra Forest Floors are multi-layered substrates that allow you to recreate the jungle floor as found in natural rainforests. The rainforest floor is one of the most distinctive features of the rainforest ecosystem. It usually consists of two main layers:
1. The top layer which mainly consists of leaf debris.
2. The base layer which is composed of rich organic matter - usually decayed leaves and wood.
Decorative top layer of bamboo leaves, Ardisia or moss
The top layer consists of decorative sun-dried bamboo leaves (Bamboo Forest Floor), Ardisia leaves (Equatorial Forest Floor) or moss (Tropical Forest Floor) from sustainable sources. With this decorative top layer you can actually create the soft floor covering found in natural woods. Ardisia, bamboo or moss leaves provide a soft layer for animals to bury themselves in and cover their secret hiding place. Most reptiles and amphibians instinctively and naturally search for food and water on the jungle floor. The top layer covers the actual substrate below to help retain moisture and prevent the soil from drying out. This decorative top layer has biodegradable components and is absolutely free of chemicals and can be safely composted in your garden.
The top layer keeps the base layer slightly moist, making maintenance easier by functioning as a natural ecosystem where beneficial organisms will break down waste products and therefore reduce odors.
Base layer rich in organic matter
The base layer is made up of rich sustainable organic matter made from ground coconut husk fiber. It is a 100% natural, ecological and biodegradable substrate with great hygroscopic properties. This base layer is an ideal substrate for creating natural planted terrarium setups for moisture-loving reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Its water retention, natural rooting hormones and anti-fungal properties promote the growth of natural plants in the terrarium. The unique coco coir used for Exo Terra Forest Floor consists of a blend of short coir and ground coco peat that range in size from coarse granules to fine clumps, resulting in better soil drainage and healthy aeration of the fields. plant roots.
Exo Terra Forest Floors have been heat treated to reduce bacterial contamination.
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