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GAIA

A nano tank layout featuring GAIA, 1 L (0.3 gal.), Wabi Kusa style, by juan cruz tambornino. The composition is built around lava stone.

Hardscape (lava stone) forms the skeleton — negative space between wood and stone guides the eye from foreground to depth. About 4 plant species are listed — fine for a multi-layer look, but keep a care log so slower species are not shaded out. fluval substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.

itrm led full spectrum lighting sits at a moderate-to-high technical level for this nano tank. CO₂ (non) — see our CO₂ systems if you want to clone a similar setup. non filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters. On nano tanks, ramp light intensity over the first 2–3 weeks to limit hair algae.

Scroll to the specs table to match each equipment line; more inspiration in Wabi-Kusa.

Setup specifications

Filtrationnon
CO2non
Lightingitrm led full spectrum
Substratefluval
Hardscapelava stone
Backgroundblack film
StyleWabi Kusa
Dimensions13x8x13 cm
Volume1 L (0.3 gal.)
Plant Species4

Equipment referenced in this setup

ProductProductBrandPrice ~Buy
Fluval Flex 9 Gallon Glass Aquarium Kit Fluval ~$149.99
57L (15 gal) Tank + filter + light + substrate ~$239.99
Planted tank
Red Lava Rock Red
Natural Volcanic Lava Rock 1-2.5 Inches Decorative Stones for Miniature & Fairy Gardens,Aquascaping Aquariums,Fire Pit Use & Succulent Planters-2lb API
1 piece Stainless 27 cm ~$12.07
~37W WRGB II ~$21.84
1 piece ADA steel ~$39.99

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