15 Indian Almond Leaves Catappa For Fish, Shrimp Aquarium 22-25cm (L)(Processed)

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15 Processed Indian Almond Leaves Catappa For Fish, Shrimp Aquarium 22cm-25cm
About  Our Product
100% organic.
We use carefully selected matured (red color ) leaves .
All leaves are washed and cleaned before the process.
All leaves went through a 3 weeks natural air dried process which increased the quality of the leaves.
After the process we keep them in Airtight poly bags to prevent any fungus or bacteria  activity which may be harmful for your fish.
Indian almond leaves have proven to be quite beneficial when added to aquariums. You may not realize it, but these leaves can greatly impact the quality of the water in your tank.
What Are Indian Almond Leaves?
Indian almond leaves grow on Terminalia catappa trees that come from the leadwood tree family. These trees are native to Australia, Asia, Madagascar, and the Pacific, but they’ve recently been introduced to the Americas.
Fish keepers use Indian almond leaves for a variety of reasons, most common of which are pH level lowering and their antifungal and antibacterial properties.
It’s also worth noting that Indian almond leaves are highly favorable for shrimp and
betta fish tanks
.
Pros & Cons of Using Indian Almond Leaves in Aquariums
Pros
Lowers pH levels
Creates a dark environment for blackwater fish to breed
Have antibacterial and antifungal properties
Helps induce breeding
Can be used as a food source for fry or small fish
Cons
The brownish color may make your aquarium look less appealing (however some people love this natural look)
Can be bad for fish that prefer high pH levels or hard water
What Do Indian Almond Leaves Do in Aquariums?
1. Lowers pH Levels
For starters, Indian almond leaves can be an excellent way for you to
naturally lower the pH
levels of your aquarium. Depending on the fish species you have, you’ll need to keep the pH levels of the water within a specific range to keep them healthy and resemble their natural habitat.
2. Have Antifungal and Anti Bacterial Properties
The antibacterial and antifungal properties of Indian almond leaves are the number one reason why you should add them to your aquarium in the first place.
Once you add a suitable amount of Indian almond leaves to your aquarium, they’ll act as a natural remedy for your fish to cure any infections they might have.
3. Reduce Stress
Stress is one of the primary reasons why your fish might get an infection. Stressed fish have weaker immune systems, which make infections like fin rots persist. Indian almond leaves can dramatically make your fish less stressed, hence improve their immune response to infections.
4. Great for Fish Breeding
Many fish species have a hard time reproducing in captivity, and the reason is that their natural environments are somewhat challenging to replicate.
A wide array of fish species love dark environments because they believe that darkness will help them protect their eggs and make them feel less exposed to predators. Without a dark environment, they won’t even attempt to reproduce.
5. Protects Fry After Breeding
Indian almond leaves provide extra protection for fry, making them a must-have for those who want to breed their fish. It’s also worth noting that Indian almond leaves are great for maintaining the amount of infusoria in your fish tank.
6. Act as a Food Source for Shrimp
If you keep freshwater shrimp fish in your aquarium, they’ll definitely
love the Indian almond leaves
you’ll add to the aquarium.
Picking on things like plants and leaves is the shrimp’s favorite hobby, and Indian almond leaves would be just perfect for them. Once the leaves start decomposing, you’ll immediately notice that they’ll attract your dwarf shrimp.
7. Great for Creating a Blackwater Environment
Blackwater fish are used to soft water with low pH levels, and that’s exactly how Indian almond leaves affect the waters in your tank. They can significantly reduce the water hardness and pH levels, which will eventually make your blackwater fish happier.
8. Can Be Used as Substrate
You can create a substrate that’s made entirely out of leaves, known as leaf litter substrate.
However, it wouldn’t make sense for you to create a substrate that’s made of Indian almond leaves only, as this will make your aquarium very dark. Instead, use the Indian almond leaves with other types of leaves to create the substrate, like oak leaves and magnolia leaves.
8. Slow Decomposition
Unlike other types of leaves, Indian almond leaves decompose slowly, allowing you to reap their benefits for more extended periods before you need new ones.
When Should I Use Indian Almond Leaves?
You don’t need a specific reason to use Indian almond leaves, but in some cases, Indian almond leaves become more of a necessity than a luxury.
For instance, if your fish is sick or infected, there’d be no better time to introduce some Indian almond fish to your aquarium to help your fish fight the disease.
Also, if your goal is to expand your aquarium and encourage your fish to induce breeding, adding a couple of Indian almond leaves would definitely help make things faster. The newly-hatched fry will also use them as hiding spots or even as a food source.
and if you’re still in the process of setting up your aquarium, Indian almond leaves can help you create the right environment in your tank before introducing the fish.
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