{"product_id":"badam-pod","title":"Badam Pod","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBadam Pods – Natural Aquarium Botanical\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCreate a beautifully natural feature in your aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eBadam Pods (Sterculia foetida)\u003c\/strong\u003e, also commonly known as Jungle Pods or Elephant Ear Pods. Their broad, curved shape adds striking texture to botanical and blackwater aquascapes while creating natural cover for aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBadam Pods may gradually release tannins, helping produce a warm, amber-toned blackwater appearance. Their textured surface also provides an excellent area for beneficial biofilm to develop, giving shrimp and other small creatures somewhere to graze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds natural structure and character to aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides shelter for shrimp, fry and small fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay release natural tannins into the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages beneficial biofilm growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for blackwater, botanical and biotope aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach pod is naturally unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePreparation and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRinse and scrub the pod thoroughly. Boil it for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, then allow it to cool completely before adding it to your aquarium. The pod may float initially but should sink once fully waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd botanicals gradually and monitor your water parameters, especially in aquariums with low carbonate hardness. Check regularly for sharp edges or excessive deterioration and replace when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As this is a natural product, its size, shape, colour and texture will vary. Not intended for human consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top Fin Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44238451703882,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/4436\/3338\/files\/badam-naturalny-4.png?v=1789850334","url":"https:\/\/www.topfinaquatics.co.nz\/products\/badam-pod","provider":"Top Fin Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}