Shrimp Leaves XL – ketapang leaves, 10 pieces
Ten large ketapang (Indian almond) leaves, about 20 x 14 cm each, for soft, acidic and blackwater aquariums…
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These Kruger Meier Shrimp Leaves XL are dried ketapang leaves for keepers who run shrimp tanks, blackwater setups or biotope aquariums and want to soften and tint the water without chemical additives. Each pack contains 10 leaves, and the large format lets you match the amount to the tank size.
Why it matters
- Each leaf measures about 20 x 14 cm, so one leaf covers a large share of the water surface and can be split into smaller pieces for smaller tanks.
- The leaves release tannins and humic acids into the water, which is the mechanism behind the tea-coloured water and the softer, more acidic conditions the product is designed for.
- The leaves are sold as a natural product, so their shape and dimensions can vary slightly from piece to piece.
- Each leaf is dosed at about one large leaf per 30–50 litres, and the effect typically lasts around 2–4 weeks before the leaf needs replacing.
Specifications
- Brand: Kruger Meier
- Model: Shrimp Leaves XL
- Quantity: 10 leaves per pack
- Leaf size: approx. 20 x 14 cm
- Recommended dosing: 1 large leaf per approx. 30–50 litres of water
- Expected duration of effect: approx. 2–4 weeks
- Weight: 0.02 kg
- EAN: 5907059405280
- SKU: KM SHRIMP LEAVES XL 10 PCS
What it works with
The leaves are intended for shrimp, bettas, angelfish and other fish from soft, acidic waters, as well as blackwater, nature and biotope aquariums. A leaf can be placed directly in the tank; it may float at first and then sinks as it becomes saturated. Dose it according to the water volume, and split a large leaf when the tank is smaller than the dosing guideline suggests.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, the leaf can be placed directly in the aquarium. At first it may float on the surface, and after a while it will sink on its own.
The recommended dose is one large leaf per about 30–50 litres of water, so one leaf is enough for a 50-litre tank. Larger leaves can be split into smaller pieces to match your tank size and the effect you want.
The effect usually lasts about 2–4 weeks. The leaf can be used in shrimp, fighter fish, and soft, acidic water species.
Yes, the tannins released by the leaf naturally tint the water a tea-like colour, which is the intended effect. This suits black water, nature and biotope aquariums.
The leaves measure about 20 × 14 cm, but since they are a 100% natural product, their shape and dimensions may vary slightly. Each pack contains 10 carefully selected leaves.
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