{"product_id":"betel-nut-husks-wholesale","title":"Betel Nut Husks (WHOLESALE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetel nut husks or betel nut pods are the outer layer of the fruit of the \u003cem\u003eAreca catechu\u003c\/em\u003e palm.  The husks are very fibrous and durable, and they can last months in an aquarium or bioactive enclosure.  They are primarily found across tropical Asia.  Betel nut pods are eco friendly and great addition to natural bioactive enclosures and \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope aquascapes\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Fish, shrimp, and snails benefit from betel nut husks.  These are also a great addition to isopod bins, springtail cultures, and reptile habitats.  Microfauna such as isopods and springtails enjoy colonizing these fibrous botanicals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAreca catechu\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Betel nut husks, betel nut pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.75 to 2 inches long and 1.5 to 1.75 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, free from artificial chemicals — safe and sustainable for all applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly prepared, betel nut pods promote \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e that shrimp  and snails love to graze on, create \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e, and provide unique curved hiding spots that contribute to a naturalistic \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater aquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e.  They release a lower amount of tannin compared to other aquarium botanicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides hiding spots and a food source for isopods and springtails, enriches the substrate as they break down, and encourages foraging and exploration.  Invertebrates enjoy these seed pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as rustic bowl fillers or potpourri making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their unique fibrous texture inspire creative possibilities in mixed media art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boil for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak in clean water overnight or longer, changing water daily, until fully waterlogged and desired tannin level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, add to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural product, each pod will vary in size, shape, and color. Intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium\/vivarium use only. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNot\u003c\/u\u003e for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"1 Pound Betel Nut Pods","offer_id":47276938395836,"sku":"1 Pound BetelHusks","price":8.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pounds Betel Nut Pods","offer_id":47276938428604,"sku":"5 Pounds BetelHusks","price":38.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case 16.5 Pounds Betel Nut Pods","offer_id":47276939968700,"sku":"Case Betel Nut","price":80.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/3304\/2620\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6dfdd326-3bde-4627-9978-9a04f037029f.jpg?v=1786669683","url":"https:\/\/www.naturepodsbotanicals.com\/products\/betel-nut-husks-wholesale","provider":"NaturePods Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}