Dragon Egg Pod (Uxi Pod)

Uxi pods are hard egg-shaped botanicals, which are also known as Dragon's Egg pods.  The Uxi pod, a fruit native to the Brazilian Amazon.   It is harvested from the towering Endopleura uchi tree.  This fruit, also known as uxi-amarelo, is deeply rooted in the culture and sustenance of the Amazonian people.  Please visit our sister website www.naturepodsbotanicals.com for bulk quantities.

Product Details:

• Source Location:  Brazil.

• Size:  Approximately 2 inch to 3 inches long.

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

• Highly Versatile:

• Aquarium:  When properly prepared, promote biofilm, and they contribute to a natural environment which stimulates natural behaviors for fish and shrimp.  Uxi pods are difficult to waterlog.  

• 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.  These add a lot of texture and color to terrariums.  Highly recommend when your enclosure needs a little something extra to take it to the next level.

• 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, carving and more.

Preparation for Aquarium/Paludarium Use:

1. Boil: Boil the pods for at least 1 to 2 hours 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 pod 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.

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