Aquarium Gravel in Porous Black Lava Rock for Planted Freshwater Tanks, Shrimp Habitats and Natural Aquascapes

Give a planted freshwater tank a naturally earthy foundation using chunky black lava rock gravel. Its porous surface supports a healthy aquarium ecosystem, while the inert composition suits freshwater aquascapes.

Use Vesuvius Controsand on its own for a complete substrate bed or pair it with cosmetic sand to shape paths, borders and varied textures. It is particularly well suited to shrimp tanks and other bottom-dwelling species that sift through substrate.

Key Features

• The naturally porous black lava surface supports a healthy ecosystem and provides a useful surface for plant growth, adding function beneath the aquascape.
• Its granule composition encourages strong root development, allowing aquarium plants to anchor securely and absorb nutrients effectively.
• Compatibility with shrimp and other bottom-dwelling species makes it a practical substrate for tanks where animals sift along the bottom.
• It works either as a standalone substrate or alongside cosmetic sand, giving aquascapers flexibility when creating distinct areas and natural-looking layouts.
• Simple preparation keeps setup approachable for new and experienced aquascapers: gently rinse away finer grains, then spread the gravel evenly in the aquarium.

Specifications

• Material: Black lava rock.
• Composition: Inert.
• Recommended environment: Freshwater aquariums.
• Approximate grain size: 4–8 mm.
• Available bag sizes: 3L and 8L.
• Pack quantity: One bag.
• Care before use: Rinse the substrate gently to remove finer grains.

Choose the 3L or 8L bag to suit your layout, then build a textured, earthy base where plants can anchor and shrimp can explore the substrate.