{"product_id":"aquarium-botanical-tannin-pack-catappa-leaves-casuarina-cones-lotus-seed-pod","title":"Aquarium Botanical Tannin Pack - Catappa Leaves, Casuarina Cones, Lotus Seed Pod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Aquarium Botanical Tannin Pack is a curated trio of the most effective tannin-releasing botanicals in the hobby — specifically selected to help you create a rich, naturalistic \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e environment for bettas, shrimp, dwarf cichlids, and other tannin-loving species. A perfect starter kit for the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater biotope aquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 Catappa Indian Almond Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/em\u003e) — medium-sized, the gold standard for \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e tannins, \u003cstrong\u003ewater softening\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epH control\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ebetta fish care\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 70–80 Casuarina Cones\u003c\/strong\u003e (2 oz) (\u003cem\u003eCasuarina\u003c\/em\u003e sp.) — fast \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspot\u003c\/strong\u003e producers with gentle, low tannin output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Lotus Pod\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e) — a long-lasting hide and biofilm surface for shrimp and small fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos illustrate the general size and shape of the botanicals you will receive. As natural products, each item varies in size, shape, and color.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Combination Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach botanical contributes something different: catappa leaves deliver the strongest tannin punch and carry well-documented \u003cstrong\u003eantimicrobial\u003c\/strong\u003e properties that support fish health — especially valued in \u003cstrong\u003ewild betta\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope\u003c\/strong\u003e setups. Casuarina cones develop \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e rapidly, creating \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e that shrimp and fry love to graze on. The lotus pod provides a structural hide that lasts for months. Together they create a layered, naturalistic \u003cstrong\u003eaquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e that fish and shrimp thrive in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlackwater aquariums, \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope\u003c\/strong\u003e setups, \u003cstrong\u003eaquascaping\u003c\/strong\u003e projects, betta tanks, \u003cstrong\u003ewild betta\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks, neocaridina and caridina shrimp tanks, dwarf cichlid tanks, paludariums, and bioactive terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoil botanicals for 15–20 minutes to release initial tannins, then soak overnight to help them sink. Start with one or two pieces and add more as desired — you can always deepen the tannin level gradually. See our full \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aquarium-botanical-preparation\"\u003ebotanical preparation guide\u003c\/a\u003e for step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural product — items will vary in size, shape, and color. \u003cstrong\u003eNot for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"1 Tannin Pack","offer_id":49228127633660,"sku":"1Tannin","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Tannin Packs","offer_id":49228127666428,"sku":"2Tannin","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Tannin Packs","offer_id":49228127699196,"sku":"3Tannin","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6205\/3628\/files\/Tannin1.jpg?v=1782474065","url":"https:\/\/www.wisepetclub.store\/products\/aquarium-botanical-tannin-pack-catappa-leaves-casuarina-cones-lotus-seed-pod","provider":"Wise Pet Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}