Darwin Black Lava Boxes
Darwin Black Lava is a jet-black volcanic stone defined by deep crevices, rich rugged texture, and naturally high porosity. Its dark coloration creates bold, dramatic contrast against plants and wood, making it an exceptional choice for aquariums, terrariums, and nature-style layouts. Underwater, its porous structure enhances depth and provides ideal surfaces for mosses and epiphytic plants.
Available Sizes:Mega Box26 lb (12 kg)Ideal for 2’4′ (60120 cm) aquariumsNano Bags3.3 lb (1.5 kg)Smaller pieces for nano tanksAvailable per poundas well
Why Youll Love It Jet-black volcanic stone with rugged, natural texture Creates powerful contrast in planted and nature tanks Highly porousexcellent for beneficial bacterial colonization Ideal attachment surface for mosses, ferns, and epiphytes Complements driftwood beautifully for ryoboku-style layouts Fully inertdoes not alter water hardness or pH
Design TipUse Darwin Black Lava as the structural base of your layout. Its deep crevices anchor mosses naturally and create dynamic shadows. Combine with driftwood for bold ryoboku compositions.
Specs & CareStone Type: Igneous volcanic rockColor: Jet-black to charcoalTexture: Highly textured with natural volcanic crevicesSize Range: 1″12″ (2.530 cm) depending on kitEffect on Water: Inertwill not harden water or change pH
Rinse stones thoroughly and brush off loose fragments. Place stones on substrate or LandForms to protect aquarium glass. Secure stacked pieces with ScapeBound adhesive. Leave small gaps from the glass walls for easier long-term cleaning.
Safe for all fish, shrimp, plants, and terrarium animals.
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