{"product_id":"seachem-flourish-excel-bioavailable-carbon-organic-carbon-source-for-aquatic-plants-4l","title":"Seachem Flourish Excel Bioavailable Carbon - Organic Carbon Source for Aquatic Plants 4L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEnhance Aquatic Plant Carbon with Flourish Excel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish Excel provides a bioavailable source of organic carbon designed to support plant growth in freshwater tanks. While CO2 injection remains a powerful tool, Flourish Excel can be used on its own or alongside CO2 to sustain photosynthesis and help build carbon backbones. The product’s design centers on a finished, structurally similar compound to photosynthetic intermediates, allowing plants to access carbon more readily without relying solely on dissolved CO2. Additionally, Flourish Excel includes iron-reducing properties that shift iron toward the ferrous state (Fe2+), which many plants can take up more easily, contributing to steadier color and vigor in various setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides bioavailable organic carbon to support plant metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePromotes iron Fe2+ availability for easier uptake by plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports photosynthesis by supplying finished carbon compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible dosing with or without CO2, adapting to tank needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafe for fish and community tanks when used as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Flourish Excel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInitial use or after a major water change: 1 capful (5 mL) per 40 L (10 US gallons)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThereafter: 1 capful per 200 L (50 US gallons) daily or every other day\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmaller dosing: each cap thread is approximately 1 mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf Anacharis is present, consider every-other-day dosing for future cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect in your aquarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world tanks, you may notice newer growth tips, brighter greens, and steadier coloration in plants, especially in setups with modest CO2 or limited gas exchange. Flourish Excel offers a practical carbon supplement that complements a broad range of aquascapes and plant varieties. Results vary with factors like lighting, nutrient balance, and plant type, but many hobbyists appreciate the added flexibility of carbon input without heavy reliance on gas supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This description reflects the product properties and usage guidelines. Always follow the label directions and consider your tank’s CO2 strategy, lighting, and nutrient regimen for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Flourish Excel and how can it help my aquatic plants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Flourish Excel provides a bioavailable organic carbon source that can support photosynthetic processes either on its own or with other carbon inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I dose Flourish Excel in my aquarium?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Initial dosing after a major water change: 5 mL per 40 L; thereafter, 5 mL per 200 L daily or every other day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57197803078009,"sku":"B0002A5WRE","price":85.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/8934\/1049\/files\/seachem-flourish-excel-bottle-pour.jpg?v=1777738164","url":"https:\/\/petlyvox.com\/products\/seachem-flourish-excel-bioavailable-carbon-organic-carbon-source-for-aquatic-plants-4l","provider":"petlyvox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}