Seachem Catappa Tea Bags
Seachem Catappa Tea Bags offer a clean and convenient way to introduce the natural benefits of Indian almond leaves into your aquarium, enhancing the health and vitality of your aquatic life.
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Product Details:
- Model: Seachem Catappa Tea Bags
- Description: Pre-packaged Catappa leaf extract in a mess-free tea bag format designed to release beneficial tannins and humic substances into the aquarium.
- Quantity: 10 tea bags per box
- Leaf Source: Terminalia catappa (Indian almond leaves)
- Suitable For: Freshwater aquariums, especially for bettas, shrimp, and blackwater species
- Water Volume Treated: Each bag treats approximately 40L (10 US gallons)
- Form: Dried catappa leaf fragments enclosed in biodegradable sachets
- Manufacturer: Seachem Laboratories, USA
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Benefits:
- Promotes natural behaviour in bettas, tetras, gouramis, and shrimp
- Releases tannins that help reduce stress and improve immune function
- Has antifungal and antibacterial properties
- Helps naturally lower pH and soften water
- Provides blackwater conditions similar to natural habitats
- Convenient tea bag format keeps substrate clean
- Safe and effective for all freshwater setups
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How It Works:
- Place one tea bag directly in the filter or tank
- The sachet slowly releases tannins and humic acids into the water
- Over time, the water develops a slight amber tint resembling natural blackwater ecosystems
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Innovations:
- Mess-free alternative to using whole almond leaves
- Biodegradable sachets ensure clean, eco-friendly dosing
- Pre-measured bags simplify blackwater aquarium care
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Harvest & Preparation:
- Leaves are sustainably sourced, air-dried, and ground to preserve their natural compounds
- No synthetic chemicals, dyes, or preservatives added