A large aquarium layout featuring A Tropical Dream, 182.25 L, by Raye Soh. ANS Manten Stone and Lava Rocks set the depth lines of the frame.
The hardscape with ANS Manten Stone sets the rhythm; planting should support those lines without burying them. On the plant side, the layout leans toward foreground carpeting with species such as Eleocharis Pusilla Mini, Eleocharis Acicularis, Micranthemum Tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’ — trim in layers so hardscape still breathes. Dennerle Aquasoil, ADA LA PLATA Sand substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.
Chihiros WRGB2 90cm lighting sits at a moderate-to-high technical level for this large aquarium. Aquael Ultramax 2000 filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters.
Use the specs table as a shopping checklist for equivalent gear — then explore 162–220L.
