{"product_id":"feuilles-de-bamboo-1-0oz-bamboo-leaves-1-0oz","title":"Bamboo Leaves (1 oz)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBamboo leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e are a highly valued natural botanical for \u003cstrong\u003e“natural\/blackwater” aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebioactive terrariums\u003c\/strong\u003e. In aquariums, they serve as a \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e (grazing surface for shrimp and snails) and can release \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e generally in a \u003cstrong\u003emilder\u003c\/strong\u003e way than some highly tannic leaves (effect varies depending on batch and dosage). Several specialized sellers also describe them as having a \u003cstrong\u003elight buffering\/acidifying effect\u003c\/strong\u003e during decomposition, making them an interesting option to create a more “amber water” ambiance without it being too strong.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eIn terrariums, they create a clean and natural litter, add structure to the soil, and feed the microfauna as they gradually decompose.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight: 1 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(size\/color variations possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn aquariums: excellent support for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(shrimp\/snails) +\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoften moderate tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan contribute to a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eambiance and a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eslight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeffect on pH (depending on KH\/volume\/dosage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn terrariums: litter + microhabitats + food for microfauna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradual decomposition: feeds the ecosystem over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage (terrarium)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the leaves\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eon the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the substrate to create a litter layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer them (thicker litter) to increase hiding spots and humid areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace\/add when the leaves are well decomposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage (aquarium)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epre-soak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor 12–24 hours (or quick boil for 1–2 minutes) to help them sink faster and control initial coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"La Swamp - Grossiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310709784832,"sku":"LEAF-BAM-1.0","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/8980\/1216\/files\/BambooLeafs.jpg?v=1774389031","url":"https:\/\/www.laswamp.ca\/en\/products\/feuilles-de-bamboo-1-0oz-bamboo-leaves-1-0oz","provider":"La Swamp - Grossiste","version":"1.0","type":"link"}