{"product_id":"dried-banana-stems-wholesale","title":"Dried Banana Stems (WHOLESALE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBanana stems are from the \u003cem\u003eMusa acuminate\u003c\/em\u003e tree, and they are very durable.  Banana stems last several months in an aquarium and terrarium.  They product biofilm which is enjoyed by shrimp and fry and isopods too.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMusa acuminate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried banana stems\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 4 inches to 8+ inches long\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, banana stems promote a \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e grazing spot that shrimp and invertebrates love.  They release a low to moderate amount of tannins and they are durable and long lasting.\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.  Their unique shape also serves as whimsical decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as bowl fillers or integrated into natural arrangements, terrariums, and potpourri.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their unique shape inspires creative possibilities in wreaths and 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 stem 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":"2 Pounds Banana Stems","offer_id":47276823937212,"sku":"2 lb Banana Stems","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case 13.2 Pounds Banana Stems","offer_id":47276823969980,"sku":"Case Banana Stems","price":150.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/3304\/2620\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6ef8945f-a207-406f-b8a1-b1dd05c15833.jpg?v=1786669237","url":"https:\/\/www.naturepodsbotanicals.com\/products\/dried-banana-stems-wholesale","provider":"NaturePods Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}