- Sku: 744
- Vendor: Seachem
Seachem Flourish Trace
Restore the trace elements your plants quietly run out of. Seachem Flourish Trace is a concentrated supplement that replaces the broad range of trace elements aquatic plants need for strong, healthy growth. These micronutrients are used up quickly and are also lost to oxidation and precipitation, so topping them up on a regular schedule keeps leaves green, full, and free of deficiency spotting. It is safe for planted community tanks and for shrimp.
Give your freshwater aquarium plants a complete diet by pairing Flourish Trace with the rest of the Seachem Flourish lineup in our additives & supplements.
Why Trace Elements Matter
Most dosing routines start with a comprehensive supplement plus root tabs, which together cover the macro and micro nutrients plants need. In fast-growing, high-light, or CO2-injected tanks, trace elements get consumed faster than everything else. Flourish Trace lets you top up just those trace elements more often, without over-dosing the slower-used components of a broad-spectrum supplement.
Signs of Trace Element Deficiency
| Element | What you may see |
|---|---|
| Boron | Twisted young leaves, dieback of stem and root tips |
| Cobalt | Stunted growth (used in nitrogen fixation) |
| Copper | Dark green, twisted, wilted young leaves |
| Manganese | Yellowing between the veins of young leaves |
| Molybdenum | Yellowing, twisting, and death of young leaves |
| Zinc | Smaller leaves, short internodes, spotting on older leaves |
| Nickel | Poor iron uptake and seed formation |
How to Use It
Shake well before use. A typical dose is 5 mL (one capful) per 80 L (20 US gallons) twice a week, or as needed in response to the deficiency signs above. Because trace elements are used up quickly, you can dose Flourish Trace more often than a broad-spectrum supplement without a build-up of the slower-used components. Always follow the directions printed on your bottle and adjust to how your plants respond.
Available Sizes
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 50 mL | Trying it out or dosing a nano tank |
| 100 mL | Small planted aquariums |
| 250 mL | Standard planted tanks |
| 500 mL | Best value for larger or multiple tanks |
Specifications
| Brand | Seachem |
| Product | Flourish Trace, trace element supplement |
| Sizes | 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL |
| Water type | Freshwater planted aquariums |
| Shrimp & invert safe | Yes |
| Origin | Made in the USA (Madison, GA) |
Recommended Pairings
- Seachem Plant Pack: the easiest way to add comprehensive Flourish, Flourish Iron, and Flourish Excel.
- Seachem Flourish Tabs: root tabs that feed heavy root-feeders like swords and crypts.
- Seachem Flourish Iron: extra iron for lush green and red plants.
- Flourish Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium: dose the NPK macros for demanding tanks.
- Freshwater aquarium plants: stems, rosettes, and carpets to fill your aquascape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Flourish Trace if I already dose a comprehensive supplement?
Not always. Low-tech tanks are usually fine on a comprehensive supplement and root tabs. Add Flourish Trace when you run high light, CO2, or fast-growing plants and start to see the deficiency signs above.
Is it safe for shrimp and snails?
Yes. Flourish Trace is formulated to be safe for invertebrates such as shrimp when dosed as directed. Dose gradually in sensitive shrimp tanks and observe.
How often can I dose it?
Because trace elements are used up quickly, Flourish Trace can be dosed more frequently than a broad-spectrum product, commonly twice a week. Follow your bottle and increase only if deficiency signs appear.
Which size should I buy?
Pick based on your total water volume and how many tanks you dose. The 50 mL is great to try, while the 500 mL is the best value for larger or multiple planted aquariums.
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