{"product_id":"catappa-leaves-indian-almond-leaves-10-pk","title":"Catappa Leaves – Indian Almond Leaves 10-pk","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eCatappa (Indian Almond) Leaves for Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eCatappa leaves, also known as Indian Almond Leaves, are one of the most trusted natural aquarium additives used by aquarists worldwide. Harvested from the tropical Indian Almond tree, these dried leaves are rich in beneficial tannins and organic compounds that help recreate natural blackwater conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eThey are especially popular for bettas, shrimp tanks, breeding setups, and soft-water species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eNaturally releases tannins and humic acids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"669\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eHelps lower pH in soft water setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eCreates natural blackwater conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eSupports immune health with mild antibacterial and antifungal properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eReduces stress and encourages natural behaviour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"879\"\u003ePromotes breeding and fry survival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eProvides grazing surfaces for shrimp and biofilm feeders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eAs the leaves break down, they release beneficial compounds that may help protect fish from minor bacterial and fungal issues while creating a more natural and comfortable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eBettas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eShrimp tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eTetras and rasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eDiscus and angelfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eBreeding tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eFry grow-out tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eRinse lightly before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eAdd directly to the aquarium (1 leaf per 20–40L depending on size and desired effect).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eLeaves will float initially, then sink over 1–3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eReplace every 2–4 weeks or as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eWater may turn a tea-coloured tint — this is normal and beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eBest used in soft to moderately soft water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eMonitor pH if using in smaller tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eSafe for fish, shrimp, and most freshwater species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1974\" data-is-last-node=\"\" 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