BASIC INFORMATION:
Blackwater is the term used to describe the kind of water found in the natural habitat of some acidic fishes such as Bettas, Gourami's, Killifish and Arowanas. In the wild, if your fish comes from a habitat where leaves and other plant debris regularly falls into the water and decompose, your fish will be happier in that environment, so trying to mimic it in your aquarium is strongly recommended.
Botanicals that fall into the water, release many different compounds from dyes to trace minerals and animals living in the water adapt to having all those different compounds readily available. If your fish comes from the type of environment described above, then Bettawan Blackwater Tannin kits are one way of stimulating blackwater condition which is the natural environment for most tropical fish.
10 x Indian Almond Leaves 7" - 9 " (Terminalia Catappa).
Indian Almond Leaves (also known as Ketapang, Tropical Almond, Seal Almond, Seemandelbaumblatter or Terminalia Catappa) are becoming very popular amongst fish keepers/breeders, not just in South-East Asia but around the world, as a natural medicine and water conditioner for aquarium use. Aquarists also use Indian Almond Leaves to mimic the natural conditions of their fish in their aquaria. Simply adding Indian Almond Leaves (IAL) to your aquarium will release compounds by the leaves which alter the chemistry of the water, making the aquarium more similar to the habitat from which the fish hails.
10 x Guava Leaves (Psidium Guava):
Well known for their antibacterial properties and been a great food source for shrimp. Bettawan, Guava leaves are ideal for the botanical aquarium enthusiast. The Guava leaves are hand-picked from the guava trees growing on our land, no pesticides whatsoever are used on the trees, the leaves are gathered, washed and sun/dried pressed and then brushed and stored. The Guava leaves will release tannin into the water but like the Banana leaf the color will not be as pronounced as the tannin released from Indian Almond leaves. Due to them not breaking down as quickly as other botanicals, means that they don't need to be replaced as often.
10 x Mulberry Leaves (Morus):
Bettawan's Mulberry leaves are high in protein and have an excellent nutritional value. Due to them softening quickly, they are often fed as a food source as part of a varied diet for most shrimp and some fish usually been devoured after a couple of days. Benefits of using Mulberry leaves in your shrimp tank:
- Excellent source of natural food for shrimp.
- High in carbohydrate, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
- Helps to maintain shrimp exoskeleton.
- Aids the molting process.
10 x Teak Leaves (Tectona Grandis):
Aquarists use Teak Leaves to mimic the natural conditions of their fish in the aquaria. By simply adding Teak Leaves to your aquarium will release compounds by the leaves which alter the chemistry of the water, making the aquarium more similar to the habitat from which the fish hails. Unlike, Indian Almond Leaves, Teak leaves are similar to Guava Leaves and Banana Leaf, not coloring your aquarium water the same way. The water is much lighter, so are ideal for Aquarists who want the benefits of Indian Almond Leaves without the tea stain color. The coloration of fish is greatly improved, they have very positive effects on strengthen fish's scales. They also, dry up he fat on most fish, resulting in more muscle, making your fish more athletic and agile. Benefits of using Teak leaves in the aquarium:
- Bite Injuries
- Fungel diseases
- Harding of scales
- Fin rot
- Color enhancement
- Burn off fat
10g x Banana Leaf (Musa Balbisiana):
Banana leaf is used as a botanical in blackwater and shrimp tanks. Banana leaf will float and expand for a couple of days when put in the aquarium, providing shelter as they float around the surface saturating. Gradually sinking releasing tannins, but similar to Guava leaves and Teak Leaves, the water is much lighter, so are ideal for Aquarists who want the benefits of Indian Almond Leaves without the tea stain color. Banana leaf have anti-parasitic. anti-bacterial ad anti-fungal properties, helping to keep the water free from pathogens, resulting in healthier and stronger fish/shrimp. Benefits of Banana leaf in the aquarium:
- Bite injuries
- Fungel diseases
- Head and lateral line erosion in Cichlids
- Fin rot
- Ectoparasites
- Damage to mucous membranes
5 x Banana Stem (Musa Balbisiana):
Banana stems are great addition to any Blackwater aquarium and shrimp tank where they can be used as litter on the bottom of the tank. Banana stems will grow biofilm which is a good food source for shrimp and other algae eaters. Usually lasting 2 - 3 month they can be removed or left in the aquarium until there is little left of them. Benefits: (see above, Banana leaf)
20g x Indian Almond Bark (Terminalia Catappa):
As with Indian Almond leaves, if your fish comes from a habitat were leaves along with other plant debris regularly falls into the water and decompose, your fish will be happier in that environment, so trying to mimic it in your aquarium is strongly recommended. These chunky bits of Indian Almond Bark are effective as both a water conditioner and an aesthetic in most size tanks.
5 x Coconut Stem (Cocos Nucifere):
Harvested from mature coconut palms. Like a lot of botanicals over time they release a slight tint to the water with many benefits. Being flexible along with their hard outside texture, the stems are ideal for creating vibrant, natural ecosystems in your aquarium/vivarium.
10 x Indian Almond Leaves 3" - 6 " (Terminalia Catappa).
Indian Almond Leaves (also known as Ketapang, Tropical Almond, Seal Almond, Seemandelbaumblatter or Terminalia Catappa) are becoming very popular amongst fish keepers/breeders, not just in South-East Asia but around the world, as a natural medicine and water conditioner for aquarium use. Aquarists also use Indian Almond Leaves to mimic the natural conditions of their fish in their aquaria. Simply adding Indian Almond Leaves (IAL) to your aquarium will release compounds by the leaves which alter the chemistry of the water, making the aquarium more similar to the habitat from which the fish hails.
5 x Coconut Husk (Cocus Nucifere):
Using coconut husk as a substrate in your aquarium has several advantages. It creates a natural and realistic environment for your fish and other aquatic inhabitants. The texture and appearance of coconut husk mimic the natural habitats of many tropical fish species. making them feel right at home. They are exceptionally durable and tint the water an amber color and also accelerate the growth of bacteria, fungi and microfauna which is ideal for shrimp and plecos.
5 x Calotropis Pods (Calotropis Gigantea):
Coming from the Calotropis Gigantea plant these Calotropis pods are an interesting addition to any aquarium. They have soft tissues that encourage biofilm and fungal colonization, serving as excellent foraging areas for fish like tetras, dwarf cichlids, catfishes and ornamental shrimp.
ABOUT US:
I wish you a very warm welcome to Bettawan. My name is Wan and I am from Thailand, my daughter's name is Min and my husband who is from the UK is called Jeff. We live in a little rice/sugarcane village in the middle of Thailand. We are surrounded by rice and sugarcane fields, mountains and jungle. We recently bought some land and built a small home / work area and a Dry shed where I store all the gathered leaves in raised bays to dry out along as storing other dry goods.
My father has always used Indian Almond Leaves (Terminalia Catappa), Teak Leaves (Tectona Grandis) and Banana leaf (Musa Balbisiana) for conditioning and well-being of his bettas, ever since he was introduced to them by a couple of his Thai betta breeder friends, from the village where we live.
FISH THAT BENEFIT FROM OUR BLACKWATER TANNIN KIT:
Betta, Discus, Gourami's, Killifish, Tetras, Dwarf Cichlids, Cory's, Plecos, some Rasboras and some Catfish. They are also ideal for crustaceans and shrimps who love to feed on most of them. Also used as litter in vivariums.
ADVANTAGES OF BETTAWAN BLACKWATER TANNIN KIT IN THE AQUARIUM:
1. Addition of Trace Minerals (100% Natural)
2. Anti-Inflammatory. Prevents and Cures diseases in fish (100% Natural)
3. Decorative (100% Natural)
4. Food Source (100% Natural)
5. Healing Agent (100% Natural)
6. Hiding Spots, for crustaceans, shrimp and small fish (100% Natural)
7. Induces breeding in Betta fish (100% Natural)
8. Water Conditioner (100% Natural)
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RETURN POLICY:
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If you are not satisfied with the product you have purchased for any reason, please contact us for return instructions within 30 days for a refund. Return shipping cost will be paid by buyer.
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CONTACT US:
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Bettawan, offer many botanicals/dried leaf products, which cater for both the beginner, amateur and professional aquarist alike, at very reasonable prices.
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Regards
Wan