VITAL-5 | 5-species Phytoplankton Culture Blend

Product Overview

VITAL‑5™ is PodDrop’s flagship 5‑species phytoplankton blend, engineered to deliver a complete nutritional spectrum for reef aquaria. This formulation combines Nannochloropsis, Tetraselmis, Isochrysis, Chaetoceros, and Phaeodactylum—each chosen for its unique fatty acid profile, pigment load, and feeding function. Together, they create a balanced, multi‑dimensional food source that fuels copepod reproduction, enhances coral coloration, and strengthens overall system biodiversity.

Each species contributes a distinct benefit: • Nannochloropsis provides unmatched EPA for copepod fecundity and nutrient export. • Tetraselmis adds DHA precursors, motility, and gut‑loading power. • Isochrysis delivers DHA‑rich golden cells ideal for larval fish and bivalves. • Chaetoceros supplies silica‑based frustules that support bivalve growth and filtration. • Phaeodactylum contributes carotenoids and a unique EPA/DHA balance for coral tissue vitality.

Delivered as a living, actively dividing culture, VITAL‑5™ arrives ready to enrich the water column, stabilize microfauna populations, and provide a complete, reef‑safe nutritional foundation from day one.