{"product_id":"mini-lotus-seed-pods","title":"Mini Lotus Seed Pods","description":"\u003cp\u003eMini Lotus Seed Pods are a smaller variety of the iconic lotus flower seed head, sourced from the \u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e plant. Their petite honeycomb structure makes them one of the most versatile botanicals in the hobby — equally at home in a nano shrimp tank, an \u003cstrong\u003eaquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e, an isopod enclosure, or a springtail culture. A perfect fit for the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater biotope\u003c\/strong\u003e setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.75 to 1.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, free from artificial chemicals — safe and sustainable for all applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly prepared, mini lotus pods release a moderate amount of tannins, promote \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e, and create \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e — providing perfectly scaled hiding spots for nano fish, dwarf shrimp, and snails. Their small chambers are ideal for neocaridina and caridina shrimp during molting. Great for \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope aquascaping\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpringtail Culture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini lotus pods are a top choice for springtail harvesting — springtails pack into every chamber, making them easy to transfer directly into a bioactive enclosure as a living \"springtail delivery pod.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides hiding spots and a food source for isopods and springtails, enriches the substrate as they break down, and encourages foraging and exploration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as bowl fillers, in miniature arrangements, or integrated into terrariums and potpourri.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiniature Crafts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their dainty size makes them ideal for fairy gardens, dollhouse accessories, jewelry making, and detailed craft projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boil for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins. Lotus pods can be difficult to waterlog — aquarium-safe weights may be needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak in clean water overnight or longer, changing water daily, until fully waterlogged and desired tannin level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, add to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural product, each mini lotus pod will vary in size, shape, and color. Intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium\/vivarium use only. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNot\u003c\/u\u003e for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"10 Mini Lotus Pods","offer_id":49228128813308,"sku":"10MiniLotus","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Mini Lotus Pods","offer_id":49228128846076,"sku":"25MiniLotus","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound Mini Lotus Pods (approx. 90-100)","offer_id":49228128878844,"sku":"1\/4MiniLotus","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6205\/3628\/files\/ml3.jpg?v=1782474077","url":"https:\/\/www.wisepetclub.store\/products\/mini-lotus-seed-pods","provider":"Wise Pet Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}