{"product_id":"elder-root-wio-1","title":"Elder Root Wio","description":"\u003cp\u003e Find out more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Elder Roots is the ultimate material for achieving realism and dimension in your landscapes. Sourced from natural roots and heat-treated for durability, these dark-toned roots are available in a wide variety of shapes, curves, and thicknesses, each unique, each full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTheir rich, very dark brown color creates a dramatic contrast with lighter substrates and lush vegetation, making them ideal for both underwater and terrestrial designs. Whether you're recreating a forest floor or creating a wild riverbank, Elder Roots allows you to build complex structures with an organic flow. Strong enough to support moss and epiphytes, they open the door to beautiful botanical landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Beyond aesthetics, elder root is a natural source of tannins, which help gently lower pH and recreate the gentle, acidic conditions of tropical freshwater biotopes. This not only benefits aquatic life, but also imparts a warm, tea-colored hue to your water, evoking the authentic beauty of places like the Amazon Basin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The WIO Difference: Elder Roots are our best-selling wood product, carefully selected for their natural shape, strength and adaptability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSee what you can create, explore our gallery for layout inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Highly realistic: Adds authentic texture, depth and organic shape to any landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnique and Flexible: Each piece is one of a kind and easy to shape when dipped.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVersatile Use: Great for aquariums, paludariums and terrariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlant support: Strong enough to support moss and epiphytes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDark Elegance: The very dark brown tone enhances contrast and atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNatural Tannins: Releases beneficial tannins that support aquatic life and create a natural biotope appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSafe: 100% natural root, heat-treated and dehydrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePackaging: available in 250g packs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSize: Thin to very thin, 10-30 cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWater chemistry: May slightly lower pH. Does not affect hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Rinse thoroughly before use to remove dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Soak in water for 24 hours to restore flexibility and sinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePositioning Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – To avoid floating, weigh initially or secure to hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – For a long-lasting bond, use the WIO ScapeGlue kit to glue Elder Roots to stone, wood, or structural members.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWater conditioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Elder Roots release natural tannins that color the warm, colorless, and beneficial water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e– For a lighter color: pre-soak for 1-4 weeks or boil for several hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Perform partial water changes as needed to manage discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNatural behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Biofilm or white fungus (Saprolegnia) may temporarily appear normal and harmless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Gently remove if necessary; it usually resolves within a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Each piece is unique: expect natural variations in shape, size, and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e – Monitor water parameters regularly, especially when adding to established reservoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WIO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53516017926490,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6453\/3869\/files\/CFCEEC0D-2310-4561-8706-722EF16823FF.jpg?v=1770303869","url":"https:\/\/animal-instinct.it\/en\/products\/elder-root-wio-1","provider":"Animal.Instinct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}