Unique product P072620
A unique piece of Scandinavian bogwood, naturally preserved in peat over hundreds to thousands of years. This is a real eye-catcher and works perfectly as an aquarium root in aquascape and aquarium.
It is a unique root, and it is exactly the root in the photo you are buying. You buy exactly the root shown in the pictures, WYSIWYG.
Description of the nature of the root
This Tuskwood root (P072620) has a distinctly curved shape, resembling a C or a hook. It is smooth over most of its surface, with a thicker, more textured end and a tapering tip.
Aquarium style suggestions and planting ideas
Its shape makes it suitable as a central feature in a smaller aquarium or as an accent in a larger one. The curved shape can create a natural cave or a sheltered area underneath. Attach plants such as Anubias, Bucephalandra or Java fern to the surface to emphasise its character. Mosses can also be attached to create a softer transition. At the base, Cryptocoryne or taller Vallisneria can be planted to complement the shape.
Dimensions of the root
- Length: 61 cm
- Height: 30cm
- Depth: 22 cm
Proposed aquarium format and size
Dimensions: length 61 cm, height 30 cm, depth/width 22 cm.
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The AI image is an inspirational suggestion for how the root can be used in an aquarium. Only the root or set of roots is included in the product; plants, substrate, rocks, fish and other fittings are not included. There may be discrepancies between the rendered AI aquascape and the shopping list.
- Style in the inspiration image: Arch / Bridge Layout
- Proposed aquarium format: 90P, approximately 90 x 45 x 45 cm
The distinguishing feature of the Arch/Bridge Layout is that the root creates an arch, tunnel or bridge with visible open space under or through the structure.
Plants in the proposal
- Staurogyne repens - Care requirements: Normal
- Blyxa japonica - Care requirements: Normal
- Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' - Care requirements: Normal
- Anubias barteri var. nana - Care requirements: Light
- Microsorum pteropus 'Java Fern' – Care requirements: Easy
- Vesicularia dubyana - Care requirements: Light
- Rotala rotundifolia - Care requirements: Normal
- Ludwigia repens - Care requirements: Normal
substrate
- nutrient-rich aquasoil
- fine sand / cosmetic sand
- fine natural gravel
Extra hardscape and stone
- small rounded river stones / natural stones
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Advantages of Tuskwood
- Genuine mineralised bogwood / moss wood
- Long life span
- Normally no biofilm or mucus formation
- Works in both hard and soft water
- Reliable sinking ability, normally sinking within 2-4 weeks
- Naturally beautiful colour tones in dark brown with a slightly reddish tinge under water
Unlike regular spiderwood, manzanita, mangrove or Malaysian driftwood, Tuskwood comes from Europe and has formed naturally in Nordic peatlands. The mineralisation and impregnation of humus makes the wood durable and beautiful.
Tuskwood slowly releases natural humic substances that support fish health. However, the impact on the colour of the water is minimal and usually not noticeable.
- Stable and mild release of humus
- Positive for the well-being of fish
- Spleen antimicrobial
A more sustainable choice
Much of the wood sold for aquascaping comes from tropical forests in Asia and is shipped halfway around the world.
Tuskwood is a Nordic natural material, collected locally as a by-product of other natural uses. This makes it a more sustainable choice, without tropical unregulated logging, mangrove destruction or undignified labour conditions. Tuskwood stands for minimal transportation and the promotion of local economy and jobs.
Tuskwood is a very small company, and we use AI to focus on quality and delivery. Aquascape renderings, translation into languages other than Swedish and the description of the individual root on this page are made using AI and may have minor errors. We apologise for this. Real people are always available by phone or email.
