Leaf litter in Aquarium

AndyDwyer · 26-12-2015, 09:01 PM

Hi bros, is there any other leaves which I can use to create a leaf litter effect in an aquarium instead of using ketapang leaves?
Didn't want to use ktp leaves as the water will turn brownish

onlyyouknow · 27-12-2015, 12:43 AM

I think most leaves will have the same tannins effect. If you want leaf litter why not just soak the ketapang leaves for a few days to remove the tannins.

AndyDwyer · 27-12-2015, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by onlyyouknow

I think most leaves will have the same tannins effect. If you want leaf litter why not just soak the ketapang leaves for a few days to remove the tannins.

Meaning to say, i soak the leaves in a bucket first for a few days to let the leaves release all the tannins, then i transfer the leaves over to the tank?
Ok i'll try that. Thanks

onlyyouknow · 27-12-2015, 02:24 PM

Yeah, will work even better if you boil the leaves or use hot water.

AndyDwyer · 27-12-2015, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onlyyouknow

Yeah, will work even better if you boil the leaves or use hot water.

Noted with thanks

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**Ong88** · 31-12-2015, 01:39 AM

Activated carbon will restore water clarity if the blackwater is unsightly to you.

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27-12-2015, 12:43 AM	#2
onlyyouknow Senior Dragon Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,148	I think most leaves will have the same tannins effect. If you want leaf litter why not just soak the ketapang leaves for a few days to remove the tannins.

27-12-2015, 02:24 PM	#4
onlyyouknow Senior Dragon Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,148	Yeah, will work even better if you boil the leaves or use hot water.

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