--- product_id: 6814412 title: "API Co2 Booster Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 Fl oz Bottle" brand: "api" price: "VT5161" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Api" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6814412-api-co2-booster-freshwater-aquarium-plant-treatment-8-fl-oz store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Boosts plant growth by 30%+ Safe daily dosing, 1ml/10 gallons No pH alteration, stable water chemistry API Co2 Booster Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 Fl oz Bottle **Brand:** api **Price:** VT5161 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Unlock your aquarium’s green potential — don’t let your plants miss out! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** API Co2 Booster Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 Fl oz Bottle by api - **How much does it cost?** VT5161 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6814412-api-co2-booster-freshwater-aquarium-plant-treatment-8-fl-oz) ## Best For - api enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted api brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Convenient:** 8 fl oz bottle fits perfectly on your shelf, providing long-lasting treatment for your aquatic garden. - • **Daily Dose of Lushness:** Easy-to-use liquid formula designed for consistent daily application to maintain thriving aquascapes. - • **Aquarium-Friendly Formula:** Safe for all freshwater fish species, ensuring a balanced ecosystem while enhancing plant vitality. - • **Vibrant Growth, Zero Hassle:** Delivers bioavailable carbon to supercharge freshwater plants without changing pH levels. - • **Seamless CO2 System Compatibility:** Works solo or alongside CO2 injection systems for flexible, optimized plant care. ## Overview API CO2 BOOSTER is a concentrated liquid carbon treatment designed to promote healthy, vibrant freshwater aquarium plants by supplying essential carbon in absorbable forms. Safe for daily use and compatible with CO2 systems, it enhances plant growth without altering aquarium pH, supporting a balanced aquatic environment for fish and plants alike. ## Description API CO2 BOOSTER Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment promotes vibrant, healthy aquarium plants with easy-to-use liquid carbon, which is a necessary element used by aquarium plants for photosynthesis. API CO2 BOOSTER Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment supplies a concentrated source of carbon in two forms: CO2, as well as simple, organic carbon compounds. This liquid treatment supplies simple carbon compounds and slowly releases CO2 that plants can absorb through the water. May be used alone or with a CO2 system. API CO2 BOOSTER Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment is safe for use with freshwater fish and will not alter pH levels in aquariums. Use with API LEAF ZONE and API ROOT TABS Plant Fertilizer for complete plant care. With API Aquarium products, it’s easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For over 50 years, API has been creating innovative, research-driven solutions that make it easier to care for your fish and aquarium. API Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. Make sure to use all products as directed in order to ensure the best results. Review: It works! - I was skeptical to say the least. I've used leaf zone and that doesn't really do anything. I even tried a yeast based co2 injection which made bubbles but didn't seem to do anything either. So I decided to give this product a whirl... For one example- I've had java and christmas mosses in my tank for months and haven't done anything except fade away. Once I started adding Co2 booster, I actually saw growth! Same with my dwarf hairgrass. Other plants don't seem that affected, but no worse. Shrimp and fish are safe. So, I'd say this product is effective. I don't use it every single day- maybe I remember every third day. Review: It could be my imagination - I read all the reviews that said they aren’t sure if it really does anything but their plants are doing great and I have came to the same conclusion. I have several planted tanks and the ones that I use this stuff in have been having new growth at rates I have never seen before. I have heavily planted with no co2 gas injected into the systems. I will be buying this stuff for as long as they sell it. It could still be a scam but i really don’t think so ## Features - Contains one (1) API CO2 BOOSTER Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 fl Ounce Bottle - Promotes plant growth in freshwater aquariums - Adds essential carbon in a form plants can absorb from the water - Can be used alone or with a CO2 system without altering aquarium pH levels - Use daily in order to ensure lush, vibrant aquarium plants ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003NXRSRY | | ASIN | B003NXRSRY | | Allergen Information | Apple Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,682 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #61 in Aquarium Water Treatments | | Brand Name | API | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,927) | | Date First Available | December 21, 2010 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00317163035795 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Aquarium Plant Treatment | | Item Weight | 9.6 ounces | | Item model number | 579C | | Liquid Volume | 237 Milliliters | | Manufacturer | Mars Fishcare | | Manufacturer | Mars Fishcare | | Manufacturer Part Number | 579C | | Model Number | 579C | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 8 inches; 9.6 ounces | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 317163035795 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** API - **Item Form:** Liquid - **Item Weight:** 9.6 ounces - **Liquid Volume:** 237 Milliliters - **Number of Packs:** 1 ## Images ![API Co2 Booster Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 Fl oz Bottle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LkgXxQH6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this be used for hydroponic systems?** A: We do not recommend any of the API products that are for any fish or plants meant for human consumption. **Q: Is this safe to use with Bettas and glass catfish?** A: I would suggest to treat the plants in a separate tank without fish (1 gallon) to be in safe side. Once the plant is healthy you can use it in the fish tank. **Q: Does this come in pond strength?** A: This does not come in larger amounts for ponds. **Q: My tank is bright neon green and it's been running for a week with no light. It's also planted, will adding the CO2 booster help my algae bloom?** A: Using API CO2 Booster will help the plant thrive and reduce algae growth. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works! *by C***R on March 31, 2026* I was skeptical to say the least. I've used leaf zone and that doesn't really do anything. I even tried a yeast based co2 injection which made bubbles but didn't seem to do anything either. So I decided to give this product a whirl... For one example- I've had java and christmas mosses in my tank for months and haven't done anything except fade away. Once I started adding Co2 booster, I actually saw growth! Same with my dwarf hairgrass. Other plants don't seem that affected, but no worse. Shrimp and fish are safe. So, I'd say this product is effective. I don't use it every single day- maybe I remember every third day. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It could be my imagination *by A***L on April 15, 2026* I read all the reviews that said they aren’t sure if it really does anything but their plants are doing great and I have came to the same conclusion. I have several planted tanks and the ones that I use this stuff in have been having new growth at rates I have never seen before. I have heavily planted with no co2 gas injected into the systems. I will be buying this stuff for as long as they sell it. It could still be a scam but i really don’t think so ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It helps with algae. *by M***N on March 21, 2026* I got a big bottle of API Co2, thinking it'd help my aquarium plants. But it doesn't really do much for them; it actually helps with algae control. I still haven't finished this bottle, and I use it on five tanks: four 10-gallon tanks and one 36-gallon tank. I love all API products, but this one's different because I bought it for one thing, and it ended up working for something totally different. The bottle was sealed, and it'll last you for months since you don't need to use much. It's safe for shrimp, fish, and snails too. ## Frequently Bought Together - API Co2 Booster Freshwater Aquarium Plant Treatment 8 Fl oz Bottle - API LEAF ZONE Freshwater Aquarium Plant Fertilizer 8-Ounce Bottle - API ROOT TABS Freshwater Aquarium Plant Fertilizer 0.4-Ounce 10-Count Box --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6814412-api-co2-booster-freshwater-aquarium-plant-treatment-8-fl-oz](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6814412-api-co2-booster-freshwater-aquarium-plant-treatment-8-fl-oz) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-05*