{"product_id":"lotus-pod","title":"Lotus Pod — 1 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLotus Pod (Natural Aquarium Botanical)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd natural structure and character to your aquarium with a dried Lotus Pod. Its distinctive honeycomb-like chambers create textured surfaces for biofilm growth and sheltered spaces that shrimp and fry can explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the pod conditions underwater, it may release gentle tannins that create a natural amber tint associated with blackwater-style aquariums. Each pod naturally varies in shape, color, and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a textured grazing surface for shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides natural shelter for shrimp and fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds distinctive botanical structure to aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay release gentle tannins for a blackwater-style look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs well with leaf litter, alder cones, and cholla wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one dried Lotus Pod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquariums when prepared as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural shape, color, and size will vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay float initially until fully waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation and Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse thoroughly. Boil for 10–15 minutes, then soak in fresh, dechlorinated water for 12–24 hours or until waterlogged. If the pod still floats, allow additional soaking time or secure it temporarily with an aquarium-safe weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with one pod and observe the water tint and aquarium parameters, especially in low-alkalinity aquariums or when combining several tannin-releasing botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the pod where its chambers remain visible and accessible so shrimp can graze across the surface as biofilm develops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Razz Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52907942936896,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/5533\/6512\/files\/lotus-pod-aquarium-botanical-hero_ee60b25c-1b74-476a-8fa8-8ea5b252f8f1.png?v=1786007911","url":"https:\/\/razzaquatics.com\/products\/lotus-pod","provider":"Razz Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}