{"product_id":"coconut-palm-frond-paddles-3-pack","title":"Coconut Palm Frond Paddles (3 pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoconut palm frond paddles are the naturally dried, curved and rigid sections of coconut palm fronds. Thicker and more durable than leaves, these paddles last significantly longer in aquariums and terrariums while still releasing a medium amount of tannins and developing \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their rigid, curved form also makes them uniquely useful for building naturalistic ledges and hides in bioactive enclosures. A great long-lasting addition to \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope aquascapes\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coconut palm frond paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6 to 12 inches long and 1 to 2+ inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, free from artificial chemicals — safe and sustainable for all applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly prepared, palm frond paddles release a low to medium amount of tannins, promote \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e, create \u003cstrong\u003emicrobial hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e, and contribute to a naturalistic \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater aquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e. They last longer than leaves due to their thickness and rigidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their rigid, curved form makes them ideal for creating intricate ledges and elevated hides in bioactive terrariums. Also provides a food source for isopods and springtails as they break down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHermit Crab Enclosures:\u003c\/strong\u003e A naturalistic climbing and hiding surface that hermit crabs are drawn to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as bowl fillers or integrated into natural arrangements, terrariums, and potpourri.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their unique shape and texture inspire creative possibilities in wreaths and mixed media art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boil for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak in clean water overnight or longer, changing water daily, until fully waterlogged and desired tannin level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, add to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural product, each palm frond paddle will vary in size, shape, and color. Intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium\/terrarium\/vivarium use only. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNot\u003c\/u\u003e for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50448502522104,"sku":"3PalmPaddle","price":3.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/3538\/6360\/files\/20260109_121847.jpg?v=1788647838","url":"https:\/\/www.gardenstatepetcenter.com\/products\/coconut-palm-frond-paddles-3-pack","provider":"Garden State Pet Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}