• Catappa Terminalia Indian Almond Leaves - 10 medium - sized leaves - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
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Catappa Terminalia Indian Almond Leaves - 10 medium-sized leaves

$5.95
$5.95
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Vendor: I Heart Bugs
Low stock: 6 left

Description

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Indian almond leaves, also called Catappa or Ketapang leaves, are dried leaves from the Terminalia catappa tree, which are popular in aquariums for creating natural "blackwater" environments, releasing beneficial tannins that lower pH and provide antibacterial/antifungal effects, reducing fish stress, offering food/shelter for shrimp/fry, and mimicking natural habitats for species like Bettas, Discus, and Tetras. 

The dried leaves are free of chemicals, and they are approximately 5" to 7" in length.  

We like to use these leaves to make "tadpole tea" for our dart frog tadpoles by simply placing a small piece of the leaf in the tadpole's water.  Within a day or two, the tannins leach into the water providing antimicrobial properties.  We also use Indian Almond leaves as leaf litter in our vivariums and terrariums due to the antimicrobial properties, and the isopods and springtails enjoy the leaves as well.

PLEASE NOTE:  Seed pods are a natural product. and they will vary in size and shape.  No two are alike.

NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.

**Ships free with live animal purchases.

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Shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee

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Live animal flat-rate USPS 2-3 Day Priority Mail shipping is $18. Live arrival guarantee with USPS if your temperature is 45F to 80F. If your temperature is outside this range, request hold for pick up in the text box above the add to cart button by typing the word HOLD. The box will be held at the post office that services your ZIP code. All boxes held for pick up are covered by the live arrival guarantee.

If you would like to upgrade to Overnight shipping, please email us or send us a chat, and we are happy to assist you.

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

We ship Monday through Wednesday only to minimize the risk of the live animals being delayed in possible harsh weather conditions over the weekend. Depending on the current temperatures, shipping may occur on Saturday so the isopods/springtails travel during ideal weather conditions.

*For USPS, if your temperature is under 45F or above 80F, the box must be held for pick up at your local hub or post office for the live arrival guarantee.  Even if you will be home to receive the package, these are live animals and they cannot survive extreme temperatures in a hot or cold delivery vehicle all day.  If your temps are below 40F, it is unsafe to ship live animals, and the animals will not be shipped until the temperature is above 40F in your area. Live arrival guaranteed for the count purchased.  It does not include any extras that may be sent.  Please read full shipping policy.

Hold for pick up can be requested by typing HOLD in text box located near the "quantity" button or in the notes at checkout.  Your order will be held for pick up at your local post office.

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

Catappa Terminalia Indian Almond Leaves - 10 medium - sized leaves - IHEARTBUGS, INC.
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