{"product_id":"lotus-seed-pod-heads","title":"Lotus Seed Pod Heads","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe lotus seed pod is the icon of the aquatic botanical hobby — and for good reason. Sourced from \u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e, these naturally dried seed heads feature a stunning honeycomb structure that serves as a foraging puzzle, hide, and spawning site all in one. Whether you're building a \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope aquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e, a bioactive terrarium, or an isopod enclosure, lotus pods are a must-have for the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 4 inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced, naturally dried, free from chemicals and pesticides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Hobbyists Love Lotus Pods\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect shrimp hides\u003c\/strong\u003e — the honeycomb chambers are ideal shelter for neocaridina and caridina shrimp, especially during molting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsopod condos\u003c\/strong\u003e — isopods pack into every chamber; lotus pods are one of the most popular botanicals for isopod enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiofilm magnet \u0026amp; microfauna hotspot\u003c\/strong\u003e — develops a rich \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e coating that shrimp, snails, and plecos graze on continuously, creating a thriving \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspot\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e — a durable botanical; a single pod can last months in an aquarium or terrarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e — works equally well in \u003cstrong\u003eaquascapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, paludariums, terrariums, and bioactive enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use in Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse, boil for 15–20 minutes, then soak overnight. Lotus pods can be stubborn to waterlog — use an aquarium-safe weight or rock to hold them down, or let them float until they sink naturally. See our full \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aquarium-botanical-preparation\"\u003ebotanical preparation guide\u003c\/a\u003e for step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use in Terrariums \u0026amp; Isopod Enclosures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo preparation needed. Place directly in the enclosure. Isopods and springtails will colonize the chambers within days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause these are natural products, each pod varies slightly in color, size, and shape — no two are exactly alike.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNot for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"1 Lotus Seed Pod","offer_id":49228127731964,"sku":"1Lotus","price":1.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Lotus Seed Pods","offer_id":49228127764732,"sku":"3Lotus","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Lotus Seed Pods","offer_id":49228127797500,"sku":"10Lotus","price":13.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6205\/3628\/files\/lp.jpg?v=1782474078","url":"https:\/\/www.wisepetclub.store\/products\/lotus-seed-pod-heads","provider":"Wise Pet Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}