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These pods will leach some tannins into the water over the long term.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREPARATION: \u003c\/b\u003eYou need to boil Badam Pods for at least an hour (sometimes a bit more) to really saturate them, because they do float when first immersed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally a native too SE Asia however we source ours from Sri Lanka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll our Australian Botanicals are pest and pollution free and are organically sourced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are a natural product, and display variation in collor, size, and texture. Each pod is unique! The photo serves as a reasonable representation of what to expect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll of our aquatic botanicals are intended for ornamental aquarium or terrarium use only. Please use common sense and take the time to boil or soak all botanicals prior to using them, to reduce the possibility of problems. All our botanicals have been tried and tested, in saying that though go slow when introducing any botanicals into your systems, so you can judge the effect they have on your fishes and plants. They are not intended for human consumption. 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Alder cones look somewhat like tiny pine cones and turn their typical brown colour during Autumn. They contain the alder tree's seeds and can be picked from the tree or collected from the ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlder cones\u003c\/strong\u003e have natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. This already makes them a great addition to consider for your system), but there is more. The cones are also appreciated as foraging grounds, as they offer a great place for biofilm to grow and can be eaten by the shrimp when they start to break down. They also make great hiding places for fry and help to gently lower pH if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e They're about (2.5-3cm)  in diameter on average, These cones will leach lots of tannins into the water. 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In Australia, eucalyptus trees, of which there are many (about 700 species before they split it and called half of it something else) are called gum trees. Hence the fruit they produce is called gumnuts. They are non-edible, woody vessels usually shaped like a sealed cup. They come in an amazing variety of shapes and sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJarrah pods also release a very pleasant smell when used in an system, this is somewhat unique as most botanicals do the opposite. 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Each pod is unique! The photo serves as a reasonable representation of what to expect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll of our aquatic botanicals are intended for ornamental aquarium or terrarium use only. Please use common sense and take the time to boil or soak all botanicals prior to using them, to reduce the possibility of problems. All our botanicals have been tried and tested, in saying that though go slow when introducing any botanicals into your systems, so you can judge the effect they have on your fishes and plants. They are not intended for human consumption. 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Due to the relatively soft cell structure of the Mulberry leaves, it does not take too long until the shrimp and crayfish \"pounce on it\" by the way, the Mulberry leaves can be kept in the aquarium until they are completely eaten by the shrimp, crayfish, crabs and snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: Tamil Nadu India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll of our aquatic botanicals are intended for ornamental aquarium or terrarium use only. Please use common sense and take the time to boil or soak all botanicals prior to using them, to reduce the possibility of problems. Always go slow when introducing any botanicals into your systems, so you can judge the effect they have on your fishes and plants. They are not intended for human consumption. 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They will darken over time after submersion, adding to their uniqueness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe type genus of the family Magnoliaceae, this large and varied genus consists of around 100 species of deciduous and evergreen trees as well as countless cultivars, and occurs naturally throughout Asia and North America. They are renowned for their large simple leaves and attractive flowers, which are often borne on bare branches before the foliage appears. A number of species are fragrant, perhaps none more so than the famous southern magnolia (\u003cem\u003eMagnolia grandiflora\u003c\/em\u003e). These trees are fast growing and rather resilient, but they need to be planted in a sheltered spot as wind and frost can damage the beautiful blooms. 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The \"BLACKWATER AQUARIUMS THE RIDDLER MYSTERY BOX\" is a specially to order designed box of goodies meeting the needs of your Aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you keep Dwarf Cichlids, Bettas, Ornamental shrimp or Australian natives your \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"BLACKWATER AQUARIUMS THE RIDDLER MYSTERY BOX\" will be custom assembled to your needs. All products will be chosen out of our selection of Botanicals, however like a real \"MYSTERY BOX\" you wont know what is inside until you open it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow how does this \"BLACKWATER AQUARIUMS THE RIDDLER MYSTERY BOX\" work and how do you know my aquatic friends will like their new botanicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts quite easy actually, just leave us a little note in the comment section and we will be able to handpick all the goodies! 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