{"product_id":"imperfect-lotus-seed-pods","title":"Imperfect Lotus Seed Pods","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese lotus seed pods are imperfect.  The honeycomb could be slightly crushed or there could be damage to the back of the pod.  Isopods and springtails still love them and they may even waterlog a bit better if using in an aquarium.  \u003c\/strong\u003eLotus seed pods, \u003ci\u003eNelumbo nucifera, \u003c\/i\u003eare the\u003cspan class=\"citation-59 citation-end-59\"\u003e iconic, dried seed heads of the sacred lotus flower, and they are renowned for their distinctive, honeycomb-like structure and earthy elegance, making them a versatile and natural accent.   \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease visit our sister website www.naturepodsbotanicals.com for bulk quantities.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-59 citation-end-59\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  India.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e  3 to 4 inches in diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, these pods are free from artificial chemicals, making them a safe and sustainable choice for various applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for creating a \"blackwater\" habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003eThe pods slowly release a moderate amount of tannin, which can naturally lower pH levels and provide a food source for invertebrates, shrimp, and bottom-dwelling fish as they develop biofilm.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive terrarium:  \u003c\/strong\u003eIsopods and springtails enjoy hiding in these pods, and they provide some texture to a bioactive terrarium floor.   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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfect as standalone decorative pieces, bowl fillers, or integrated into larger natural arrangements, terrariums, and potpourri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their unique shape and texture inspire endless creative possibilities in wreaths, mixed media art, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-b657402b-7fff-5db2-cce0-d33795d61f06\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003ePreparation for Aquarium Use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eBoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Boil the pods for at least 60 minutes to sterilize and help them become waterlogged.  Lotus seed pods are very buoyant and can be difficult to get waterlogged.  Use an aquarium-safe weight to hold the pod down if necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-17\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-17\"\u003eSoak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After boiling, soak the pods in cold, clean water overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once they sink,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they are ready to add to your tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-16\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-16\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a natural product, each pod will vary slightly in size, shape, and color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These pods are for decorative and aquarium use only and are not for human consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPS FREE WITH LIVE ANIMAL PURCHASES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Heart Bugs","offers":[{"title":"1 Lotus Pod","offer_id":59674394067025,"sku":"Lotus-1","price":1.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Lotus Pods","offer_id":59674394099793,"sku":"Lotus-2","price":3.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0091\/2539\/6561\/files\/20260619_152105.jpg?v=1781896921","url":"https:\/\/iheartbugs.com\/products\/imperfect-lotus-seed-pods","provider":"IHEARTBUGS, INC.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}