{"product_id":"dysoxylum-lafia-seed-pods-wholesale","title":"Dysoxylum Lafia Seed Pods (WHOLESALE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDysoxylum pods — often called Lali pods or Lafia pods in the botanical and craft trade — are the uniquely shaped dried fruit capsules of trees in the \u003cem\u003eDysoxylum\u003c\/em\u003e genus (family Meliaceae), primarily found across tropical and subtropical Asia. When dried, these thick, woody pods curl inward, creating an intriguing curved form with a deeply dimpled exterior and a smooth interior. A great nano-sized addition to \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebiotope aquascapes\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003ebotanical method\u003c\/strong\u003e.  These are a great addition to isopod bins, springtail cultures, and reptile habitats.  Microfauna such as isopods and springtails enjoy colonizing these unique botanicals.  Each bag contains 15 Dysoxylum Lafia pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDysoxylum\u003c\/em\u003e sp. (family Meliaceae)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lali pod, Lafia pod, Dysoxylum pod\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 to 2 inches long and 0.75 to 1.5 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, Dysoxylum pods promote \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e that shrimp 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. Their compact size makes them ideal for nano and shrimp tanks.\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.\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 curved shape and ribbed texture inspire creative possibilities in wreaths, mixed media art, and jewelry.\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 Dysoxylum 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 Dysoxylum (approx 160 pods)","offer_id":47298772533436,"sku":"1 Pound Dysoxylum","price":10.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pounds Dysoxylum (approx 800 pods)","offer_id":47298772566204,"sku":"5 Pounds Dysoxylum","price":40.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case 24.2 Pounds Dysoxylum","offer_id":47298772598972,"sku":"Case Dysoxylum","price":129.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/3304\/2620\/files\/Lafia2.jpg?v=1780338783","url":"https:\/\/www.naturepodsbotanicals.com\/products\/dysoxylum-lafia-seed-pods-wholesale","provider":"NaturePods Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}