Alder Cones
- Classical nature product in aquaristics
- Improves water quality
- Lowers pH
- Anti-bacterial and fungicidal effect
- Authentic habitat structuring
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Description
These alder cones are harvested along the streams of the north Black Forest in southwestern Germany. They belong exclusively to the Black alder. The ripe cones are picked directly from the trees in autumn. They then get air-dried. The cones are not picked from the ground, so an optimal quality is ensured.
Ripe alder cones are small, woody fruit stands of the Black alder and are a classic natural material to improve the water quality in the aquarium. For example, they are traditionally used to prepare biotope-compatible water for fishes from blackwater habitats.
Alder cones are rich in active substances such as tannins and renowned for their anti-bacterial and fungicide effect.
In addition, the cones are interesting for the natural aquarium design. Black alder trees typically occur on watersides and in swamps, therefore their cones are often found in natural waters in Europe. Especially in biotope aquariums, alder cones contribute to a natural appearance of the setup.
Features
- Alder cones make the water lightly acidic (lower the pH value)
- They lower the germ density and hinder infections with bacteria or fungus naturally
- Release humic substances, colouring the water brownish
- They improve the well-being of the animals and make the moulting of shrimps easier
- Provide substrate for biofilm that is grazed by shrimps
- Decoration material for a natural, biotop-like appearance of the setup
- Also available as XXL version with extra large cones
Usage
1 alder cone for about 20 l water. In the XXL version, one cone is sufficient for up to 40 l of water.
The duration of effect lasts several weeks. Old cones may remain in the water for decoration.
Content
Alder cones, dried, in a resealable zip bag for ideal stock-keeping. For the XXL version, extra large cones are selected.
100 % Black alder cones (Alnus glutinosa).
Product safety
Caution: Choking Hazard
Warning notes:
- Warning: Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts that could be swallowed, posing a choking hazard.
Nicole Braun
Naturprodukte Nicole Braun is a family-run business based in the northern Black Forest, offering selected natural materials for aquaristics and terraristics for over 10 years. The range includes native leaves and decorative elements from the local region, as well as exotic natural products from Asia and South America, sourced through a reliable network of long-standing partners. The focus is always on natural origin and high quality to enable the authentic and sustainable design of nature-inspired habitats.
Manufacturer information
| Manufacturer | |
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| Name | Nicole Braun |
| Street | RiegelƤckerstr. 73 |
| City | 75365 Calw |
| State | Baden-WĆ¼rttemberg |
| Country | Deutschland |
| echte.natur@gmx.de | |
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Got exactly what I ordered. Everything was perfect. Would order again anytime!
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Genau wie beschrieben.
Genau das bekommen, was ich bestellt habe. Alles Top. Jederzeit wieder!
Looks super stylish and natural. I like how it gives the water a natural brown tint. But be careful not to add too much, since they color the water quite strongly.
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Absolut tolles Produkt
Sieht super schick und natĆ¼rlich aus. Ich mag wie es dem Wasser einen natĆ¼rlichen Braunton gibt. Aber Achtung nicht zu viel reintun da sie das Wasser schon stark fƤrben.
My shrimp really like this product.
It does what it's supposed to do. I'm satisfied and will keep buying it.
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Sehr beliebt
Das Produkt gefƤllt meinen Garnelen sehr gut.
Es macht was es soll. Bin zufrieden und werde es immer wieder kaufen.
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