{"product_id":"feuilles-de-catappa-5","title":"Catappa leaves for aquarium x5","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCatappa Leaves for Aquarium – Pack of 5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our \u003cstrong\u003eCatappa leaves for aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly popular in \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina and Neocaridina shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks, but also in many freshwater fish aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pack contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 large 15 cm Catappa leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e, to be used whole or cut according to the volume of your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Catappa leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatappa comes from the tropical almond tree \u003cstrong\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once placed in the aquarium, the leaf gradually absorbs water, sinks, and naturally releases \u003cstrong\u003etannins and plant substances\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tannins can give the water a slight amber tint, which is particularly sought after in certain natural aquariums and biotopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use Catappa leaves in an aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally release \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e into the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGradually create a \u003cstrong\u003egrazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e for shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePromote the development of \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm and microorganisms\u003c\/strong\u003e on the leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a natural element to the aquarium decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMay contribute to a slight change in pH in some poorly buffered waters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eParticularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina and Neocaridina\u003c\/strong\u003e aquariums\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCatappa and aquarium shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatappa leaves are particularly popular in shrimp aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e. As they gradually decompose, their surface is colonized by biofilm and various microorganisms that shrimp can graze on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey thus constitute an excellent supplement to the natural environment of \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina, Neocaridina, and juvenile shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor which shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatappa leaves can be used with many varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCaridina Crystal Red and Crystal Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTaiwan Bee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Tiger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNeocaridina Red Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Dream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBloody Mary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSakura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eYellow Neon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use a Catappa leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuickly rinse the leaf with clean water before introducing it into the aquarium. You can then place it directly on the water surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaf generally floats at first and then ends up \u003cstrong\u003esinking naturally after becoming soaked with water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used whole or cut into several pieces depending on the size of your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Catappa leaves should you put in an aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quantity depends on the tank volume, leaf size, and the desired effect. It is best to start with a moderate amount, then adjust gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn small aquariums and nano shrimp tanks, a 15 \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ecm leaf can easily be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ecut into several pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Catappa leaves lower the pH?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tannins released by the leaves can have a slight influence on the water, but the effect on the pH strongly depends on the \u003cstrong\u003ehardness and buffering capacity of the aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn highly mineralized or buffered water, the effect on the pH may be very limited. 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