{"product_id":"bakuli-pods","title":"Bakuli Pods","description":"\u003cp\u003eBakuli pods are small 0.5 inch to 1 inch flower-shaped seed pods from the \u003cem\u003eLagerstroemia parviflora\u003c\/em\u003e tree that have become popular in the bioactive enclosure and aquatic botanical hobbies. Their small size and smooth interior makes them an outstanding natural hide for isopods, springtails, and young shrimp — while their tulip or flower shape adds a naturalistic focal point to any \u003cstrong\u003eaquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e or terrarium. A great fit for \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope\u003c\/strong\u003e setups built on the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method\u003c\/strong\u003e. Source location — India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Hobbyists Love Bakuli Pods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent young shrimp hides\u003c\/strong\u003e — the open flower shape provides a sheltered, enclosed space that young shrimp instinctively seek out, especially during molting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural hides\u003c\/strong\u003e — isopods and springtails will use bakuli pods as breeding sites and hides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiofilm development \u0026amp; microfauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e — the interior surface develops a rich \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e that shrimp and plecos graze on, creating active \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTannin release\u003c\/strong\u003e — contributes gentle tannins and humic acids to soften water and create \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dense, durable pod that holds its shape for months in an aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use in Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse, boil for 15–20 minutes, and soak overnight before adding to your tank. Place on the substrate with the opening facing sideways or slightly downward to create an inviting hide. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aquarium-botanical-preparation\"\u003epreparation guide\u003c\/a\u003e for full instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use in Terrariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo preparation needed. Place directly in the enclosure as a hide or foraging surface for isopods, springtails, and other microfauna.  Bakuli pods are a microfauna hotspot.  Springtails and isopods readily colonize these smaller nut pods.  Excellent long-lasting ground scatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatural product — size, color, and shape vary between pods.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNot for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"5 Bakuli Pods","offer_id":49228128092412,"sku":"5Bakuli","price":1.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz. Bakuli Pods (Approx. 27-35 pods)","offer_id":49228128125180,"sku":"2ozBakuli","price":5.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound Bakuli Pods (Approx. 215-250 pods)","offer_id":49228128157948,"sku":"1lbBakuli","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pounds Bakuli Pods (Approx. 1100-1200 pods)","offer_id":49228128190716,"sku":"5lbBakuli","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pounds Bakuli Pods (Approx. 2200-2400 pods)","offer_id":49228128223484,"sku":"10lbBakuli","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6205\/3628\/files\/bk2.jpg?v=1782474079","url":"https:\/\/www.wisepetclub.store\/products\/bakuli-pods","provider":"Wise Pet Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}