• Casuarina Cone Pods - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
  • Casuarina Cone Pods - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
  • Casuarina Cone Pods - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
  • Five small, brown, spiky Casuarina Cone Pods from I Heart Bugs surround a U.S. quarter for scale on a white background, showcasing detailed texture—ideal for bioactive terrariums or unique aquarium decor.
  • Casuarina Cone Pods - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
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Sku: Casurina10

Casuarina Cone Pods

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Vendor: I Heart Bugs
Low stock: 7 left
Quantity: 10 Casuarina Cones

Description

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Enhance your aquatic or decorative setup with Casuarina cones, sourced from the Casuarina equisetifolia tree. These small, woody pods resemble miniature pinecones, offering both aesthetic appeal and beneficial properties.  Please visit our sister website www.naturepodsbotanicals.com for bulk quantities.

Product Details:

  • Source Location:  India.

  • Size:  Approximately 0.30 inch to 1 inch long.

  • 100% Natural: Organically sourced and naturally dried, these cones/pods are free from artificial chemicals, making them a safe and sustainable choice for various applications.

  • Highly Versatile:

    • Aquarium:  When properly prepared, they can release a moderate amount of tannin, promote biofilm, and they contribute to a natural environment which stimulates natural behaviors for fish and shrimp.  

    • Bioactive Terrariums:  Provides hiding spots for isopods and springtails, serves as a food source for isopods and springtails, enriches the substrate by releasing nutrients as they break down, and encourages natural and instinctive behaviors such as forging and exploring.

    • Botanical Home Decor: Perfect as bowl fillers or integrated into larger natural arrangements, terrariums, and potpourri.

    • Craft & Art Projects: Their unique shape and texture inspire endless creative possibilities in wreaths, mixed media art, fairy gardens, and more.

Preparation for Aquarium/Paludarium Use:

  1. Boil: Boil the cones/pods for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins.

  2. Soak: Soak in clean water overnight or longer if needed, changing the water daily, until they are fully waterlogged and the desired amount of tannin has been leached.

  3. Ready to Use: Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, they are ready to be added to your setup.

Please Note: As a natural product, each casuarina cone is unique and will vary in size, shape, and coloration. These pods are intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium/vivarium use only and are not for human consumption.

Ships free with live animal purchases.

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Shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee

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Live insects are shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays ONLY. Live arrival is only guaranteed with FedEx Overnight. We do not ship any live insects if your temperature is below 40F regardless of the shipping option you choose. Please read our full shipping policy.

Live animal flat-rate shipping rates -

USPS 3-5 Day Priority Mail is $18 *NO LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE for any reason*. PLEASE NOTE: USPS is frequently delayed.

FedEx 2-Day is $29 *NO LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE for any reason*

FedEx Overnight is $49 and Live Arrival is Guaranteed if your temperature is 45F to 80F. If your temps are outside of this range, contact us for official FedEx hubs that the box can be held at for pick up. (FedEx Office, Walgreens, your local postal center, etc. are NOT official FedEx hubs.)

If your temperature is 40F to 45F or above 80F, we strongly recommend requesting that your box be held for pick up in the text box above the add to cart button by typing the word HOLD or YES.

All shipping options include an insulated box and medical grade temperature control pack.

*Supply only orders ship USPS Ground Advantage Monday through Friday.

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