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TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use

Size: 4 Quart
In-stock: Inventory updated

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix – The Ideal Foundation for Bioactive Setups

When it comes to maintaining lush, high-humidity habitats, the right substrate base is everything. TropicalBase Terrarium Mix is specially formulated to support drainage, root growth, and beneficial microfauna in bioactive and tropical terrarium environments. Whether you’re building a dart frog vivarium or a high-humidity gecko enclosure, this mix provides the performance and structure your ecosystem needs.

Crafted from a blend of New Zealand Sphagnum, ReptiChar, ReptiEarth, heat treated Orchid Bark, MicroChip, short strand coconut fiber and our proprietary organic nutrient blend; TropicalBase holds moisture where it matters—without becoming soggy or compacted.

Key Features:

🌱 Bioactive-Ready Substrate – Ideal for isopods, springtails, and plant roots to thrive

💧 Superior Water Retention – Keeps humidity high without becoming swampy

🪴 Perfect for Plant Growth – Supports healthy roots for tropical plants and mosses

♻️ All-Natural and Chemical-Free – Completely organic and safe for amphibians, reptiles, and clean-up crew alike

📦 Ready to Use Out of the Bag – No mixing, no fuss—just pour, plant, and go

Why Keepers Love It:

TropicalBase has quickly become a staple for keepers who build complex, thriving ecosystems. It’s the go-to terrarium base for dart frogs, tree frogs, day geckos, anoles, and other tropical species that require high humidity and stable substrate layers. This blend stays airy and functional for the long haul, making it perfect for both display tanks and breeding projects.

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Customer Reviews

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Alisa Lindsay (Sevierville, US)
Excellent Tropical Substrate

I just got around to opening my first bag of this substrate. So far, I love it! It is so silky-feeling with little to no clumping—an issue I've run into with DIY and other tropical mixes. I did add a little play sand for some of my burrowing animals.

I will order more to use with some of my arachnids and other tropical species.

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Virginia Andrew (Crestwood, US)
Tropical base

Best substrate I have ever used In my habitats I do rescue animals unwanted,damaged and sick reptiles amphibians tarantulas scorpions turtles frogs. This is what I will be using from now o . Love it

Order Processing

We ship orders Mondays through Fridays with the exception of Federal and Postal holidays. Orders placed before noon (12pm CST) will be shipped the same day. Orders placed after noon will ship the following business day. Free standard shipping orders typically take 4 to 7 business days to arrive. Priority shipping orders take 1 to 3 business days to arrive. 

Incorrect address / Postal return to sender

Orders returned due to incorrect address or business closure will be refunded less the cost of shipping. 

Local Pickup

Local pickup is available at our San Antonio, TX warehouse with prior payment. Please schedule a pickup by contacting sales@reptichip.com.

International Shipping

We currently offer shipping to Canada for several of our products. Canadian customers, please visit ca.reptichip.com to order.

Returns

Returns are accepted for 30 days after delivery of the order. To be eligible for a return, you must have purchased your item through our website. Your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, in its original packaging. Due to likelihood of damage in return shipping ReptiChip will not accept returns on light bulbs of any type or Rack/Cage systems.

To initiate a Return Request, please submit a request here. If your return is accepted, you will be provided a return address and will have the option to a) purchase a shipping label to return the items, or b) to request that a shipping label be sent to you. For option b, the cost of the return label will be deducted from the refund credit once the item(s) are delivered to the return address provided. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

Damages and issues

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. Damaged items will require several photos: a photo of the box that the item was received in, a photo of the label, and a photo of the damages to the product). To initiate a Damage Claim, please submit your report here. If your report is accepted, a carrier label will be sent to return damaged products. When the damaged product is received at our warehouse, a replacement product will be sent or a refund will be issued.

Due to the risk of damage/loss to racks and cages being shipped back and the significant loss of our initial shipping and packing expenses we cannot accept returns on these items. Racks and cages are guaranteed to arrive in good condition. If there has been damage to your shipment in transit please inform us immediately by completing the Damage Claim report. Refund or replacement of the damaged product will be at ReptiChip discretion.

Shipments lost by carrier

ReptiChip will replace orders that have been lost by the carrier if the order is not marked as delivered within 10 business days. 

Orders that are marked as delivered by the carrier are the responsibility of the buyer; refunds/replacements will not be issued for items that are marked as delivered by the carrier. Customers are encouraged to file police reports for delivered items that are suspected to be stolen; however, ReptiChip is not liable for packages once they are marked as delivered by the carrier. 

Refunds

Once we have received and inspected your return your refund will be processed immediately. Please allow 2 to 3 business days for the credit to be posted to your banking account. 

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