{"product_id":"feuilles-de-goyavier-0-5oz-guava-leaves-0-5oz","title":"Guava Leaves (0.5 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\"\u003eGuava leaves (\u003cstrong\u003ePsidium guajava\u003c\/strong\u003e) are a highly sought-after tropical botanical for \u003cstrong\u003enatural\/blackwater aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebioactive terrariums\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are known for their \u003cstrong\u003egood durability\u003c\/strong\u003e (they often decompose more slowly than many other leaves) and for releasing \u003cstrong\u003emoderate tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for achieving slightly amber water and a more “biotope” atmosphere.\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 aquariums, they quickly become an excellent surface for \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e (grazing surface) and provide \u003cstrong\u003ehiding spots\u003c\/strong\u003e for shrimp, fry, and microfauna. They are also often noted for their natural \u003cstrong\u003eantibacterial\/antifungal\u003c\/strong\u003e properties (used by many aquarists as a “wellness” botanical, without replacing proper maintenance). In terrariums, they enrich the substrate, create microhabitats, and feed the living cycle as they 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: 0.5 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 may vary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable leaves\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e: gradual decomposition, good longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn aquariums: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emoderate tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e+ excellent support for \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften sought for their natural \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eantibacterial\/antifungal\u003c\/strong\u003e properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn terrariums: substrate + microhabitats + food for microfauna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage (terrarium)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the leaves \u003cstrong\u003eon the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e of the substrate to create a litter layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer them to increase hiding spots and humid areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn bioactive setups: let the microfauna do the work; replace\/add as needed.\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: \u003cstrong\u003epre-soak\u003c\/strong\u003e for 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":47310709686528,"sku":"LEAF-GUA-0.5","price":2.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/8980\/1216\/files\/GuavaLeafs_32af359d-3ed7-4aac-a71b-9c88e2dbf4c5.jpg?v=1774389346","url":"https:\/\/www.laswamp.ca\/en\/products\/feuilles-de-goyavier-0-5oz-guava-leaves-0-5oz","provider":"La Swamp - Grossiste","version":"1.0","type":"link"}