CeramicNature catappa leaves (also known as Ketapang, Almond, Terminalia or sea almond tree leaves), come from the sea almond tree. These leaves are of A quality!
Catappa leaves lower the pH, have an antibacterial effect, give the aquarium a natural look, enhance the colors of fish and shrimps, reduce stress, and have a preventive effect against diseases in the aquarium.
Shrimp and lobsters find the catappa leaves very tasty, and the leaves are therefore excellent supplementary food. Many small shrimps and lobsters gather on the leaf to feed on it. The small animals always get enough food in this way.
Catappa leaves release a bacteria-resistant substance for 3 to 4 weeks.
Catappa leaves - mature, dried leaves of the tropical almond tree - provide numerous natural active substances.
Catappa leaves have a slightly acidifying effect, stabilize the pH value and have an antibacterial effect.
They are rich in flavonoids, humic acids and tannins that are gradually released into the water and have a positive effect on the water and the inhabitants of aquariums.
Catappa leaves promote the well-being of the animals, reduce stress and have a preventive effect against diseases.
The natural environment that is created stimulates breeding.
The use of Catappa reduces the risk of moldy fish eggs and makes the colors of the animals more intense.
Shrimp, catfish (e.g. Ancistrus species and L numbers) and snails value the leaves as a valuable dietary supplement.
The leaves are ideal for creating a natural environment in a newly started aquarium.
They are also a good solution as supplementary feed when you go on holiday, with a Catappa leaf in your aquarium you are sure that your shrimp and catfish have enough to eat during your holiday.
The ripe leaves of the Terminalia Catappa are harvested directly from the tree, washed and dried, after which they are sorted by hand.
Our Catappa leaves are of high quality and 100% safe for use in your aquarium.
Let's take a look at the advantages of Catappa.
- Ensures a reduction of the pH value
- Has an antibacterial effect
- Enhances the colors of fish and shrimp
- Works preventively against diseases in the aquarium.
- Reduces stress.
- Gives a natural look to your aquarium
Use: approx. 1 leaf per 40 liters of water (10 leaves per package).
Size: 15-20cm
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CeramicNature was founded in 2016 and is engaged in making true-to-life, ceramic decoration and other products for aquariums and terrariums.