A large aquarium layout featuring Rimba (AGA 2023 #399), 182.2L, by Tino. The hardscape focus sits on Rasamala wood.
The hardscape with Rasamala wood sets the rhythm; planting should support those lines without burying them. On the plant side, the layout leans toward mosses and epiphytes with species such as Weeping moss, flame moss, needle — trim in layers so hardscape still breathes. Sunblast stiker substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.
Chihiros wrgb slim lighting sits at a moderate-to-high technical level for this large aquarium. Atman 3338s filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters.
With Red pencil, watch bioload: a large aquarium drifts quickly if stocking is heavy.
Use the specs table as a shopping checklist for equivalent gear — then explore 162–220L.
