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Old 05-29-2008, 01:51 PM
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Default UVB and tropical plants. Bad idea?
Hello, ive heard that uvb lights are bad for tropical plants. I'm building a living vivarium for my ebenaui and will be using a uvb light for them. Will this kill the tropical plants?
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UVB wont kill plants or thay would not be any in tropical climates. its the Amount of UBV or direct light that can have adverse effects. some plants only need diffused light or UVB while other need full direct lights to grow. Check this link out...... http://www.cazv.cz/2003/PSE3_03/8-zuk.pdf
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Now that's a great link! see man.... that's why I go writing you email in the middle of the night
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