Catappa leaves
Catappa leaves have long been known to tropical fish breeders. Ketapang leaves (Catappa leaves) come from the almond tree and have many good properties and offer a completely natural solution for skin and fin problems in fish. These leaves also have a preventive effect against moldy eggs and prevent stress in fish and shrimp.
Catappa leaves work preventively against various fish diseases such as: Hole disease, Eye problems, Parasites, Skin disorders, Fin rot, Bacterial infections and Wounds. The leaves are widely used to stimulate fish to lay eggs. By adding the Catappa leaves to the aquarium, organic substances such as tannic acid are gradually released into the water. The released substances inhibit the development of mold and even rid the water of heavy metals.
The leaves offer many benefits to Bettas, dwarf cichlids and Armored Catfish. The leaves are also very interesting for use in an aquarium with shrimp, because they are a good food source. The organic material is happily eaten by the shrimp. The leaves also remain stable for a long time, which means that food is available for the shrimps for quite some time. Thanks to the many active substances, the cultivation results should be many times higher, because the chance of failure due to diseases and poisoning is also smaller.
The Catappa leaves release tannic acids that turn the water slightly brown. They can also lower the pH. After about 4 weeks, most of the effect is done and they can be replaced.
The leaves can also be used decoratively as ground cover in a Discus or South America biotope aquarium.
What to pay attention to with Catappa leaves in the aquarium
This is a 100% natural product. Discoloration of the water may occur initially. If more leaves are added, the discoloration will be stronger. As a result, the pH-lowering effect is also stronger. They will float for a short time, then sink to the bottom. There is no need to take them out of the water. Over time, only the grain remains
Catappa leaves are available in:
Format | Length | Dosage | Packed per |
S | approx. 12 to 17cm | 1 leaf per 30 liters | 5, 10 or 25 |
M | approx. 17 to 23cm | 1 sheet per 40 liters | 5, 10 or 25 |
L | approx. 23 to 30cm | 1 sheet per 50 liters | 5, 10 or 25 |
Our tip:
In nature, as soon as you see one leaf on the ground, you see more. For the most lifelike effect, it is best to make clusters of these "fallen leaves". Also use different leaf sizes together for the best effect!