Use it among leaf litter, cones, bark and wood to build a more layered natural habitat. Once waterlogged and matured in the aquarium, the pod surface can become a grazing zone where biofilm develops over time.

These are natural habitat and enrichment pieces, not medicines. Use them as part of a balanced botanical layout with stable water, mature filtration and normal aquarium care.

What you receive 1 × Elephant Ear Double / Xylia xylocarpa natural seed pod Approx. size: 10–18cm, with natural variation. You receive one single botanical piece. Packed dry, small batch and labelled by Blackwater Botanical Aquariums.

Key benefits

1) Heavy-duty natural shelter The curved double-pod shape creates shelter space, shade and line-of-sight breaks for shrimp, fry, shy fish and suitable small aquarium livestock.

2) Strong botanical structure Elephant Ear Double adds a solid natural structure to leaf-litter scapes, blackwater aquariums and biotope-style layouts.

3) Biofilm grazing surface The textured seed pod surface gives biofilm a place to develop over time. Shrimp, snails and other grazing livestock may explore mature botanical surfaces in the aquarium.

4) Micro-habitat detail The folds, rims and natural cavities create little exploration zones among leaves, cones, bark, seed pods and driftwood.

5) Tannins and humic substances Like many natural botanicals, Elephant Ear Double may gradually release tannins and humic substances. The visible tint depends on the piece, tank size, KH, pH, filtration, water changes and how many botanicals are used.

6) Works with mixed botanicals Use Elephant Ear Double with leaf litter, cones, bark, smaller pods and driftwood to build a layered natural aquarium habitat with more depth and shelter.

How to use Rinse before use. Do not use soap or chemicals. Optional: pre-soak for 1–7 days to help sinking and reduce the initial tannin release. Add gradually, especially in soft water, low-KH systems or smaller aquariums. Place the pod where shrimp, fry or shy fish can explore, graze and shelter. Check the position so livestock can move around it safely. Use with leaves, cones, bark and wood for a more natural botanical layout. White biofilm at first is normal and is often eaten by shrimp and snails. If any piece becomes unsightly, simply remove it and replace with a fresh one.

Best for Shrimp tanks and shrimp colonies Bettas and small peaceful fish Fry and juvenile fish shelter Blackwater and botanical method aquariums Natural biotope-style layouts Leaf-litter scapes with wood, cones and pods Aquascapes needing a heavier structural seed pod Aquarists who want to build their own custom botanical mix

Important notes Natural products vary in colour, shape, size, opening, thickness and texture. Approximate size range is provided as a guide only. Some pieces may float at first and sink later. Pre-soaking can help. Botanicals may release tannins and soften the visual tone of the water. Effects vary depending on tank size, KH, pH, filtration and how much is used. Carbon, Purigen and some filtration media may reduce visible tannins and water colour. Botanicals are natural habitat and enrichment tools, not medicines. Not for human consumption.