Malabar Leaves

Malabar Leaves – Premium Aquarium Botanical for Shrimp Tanks, Bettas & Blackwater Aquascapes

Malabar Leaves are a beautiful, naturally textured aquarium botanical prized for their long-lasting structure and gentle tannin release. Ideal for shrimp keepers, betta enthusiasts, and nature-style aquascapers, these leaves bring both visual warmth and biological benefits to freshwater setups.

Key Benefits

• Long-Lasting Shrimp Enrichment
  Malabar leaves break down slowly, making them excellent for shrimp—especially Caridina and Neocaridina. As they age, they accumulate biofilm, providing a steady, natural food source for shrimp colonies and baby shrimp.
• Gentle Tannin Release
  Softens water, supports blackwater species, and creates a calming, natural environment similar to forest streams and flooded leaf beds.
• Natural Aquascape Aesthetic
  Their broad, elegant shape and earthy tones make them perfect for forest-style scapes, leaf-litter zones, and biotope aquariums.
• Supports Microfauna Growth
  Provides large surface area for microorganism and biofilm development—vital for fry and juvenile shrimp.
• Clean & Aquarium-Safe
  Naturally dried, chemical-free, and safe for all freshwater fish, shrimp, and snails with a simple rinse before use.

Pack Details

Each pack contains naturally dried Malabar leaves with slight variation in size, shape, and color—just as nature intended.

How to Use

Rinse lightly and place directly into the tank. Leaves will float initially and sink as they soften. Replace only when fully decomposed.