Aquatic Arts Buddha / Nut Pods — Dried Botanicals

Bring the natural beauty of the forest floor to your aquarium or terrarium with Aquatic Arts Buddha / Nut Pods, stunning dried botanicals that add structure, texture, and balance to any aquascape. Each pod’s unique, rounded shape creates natural hiding spots for shrimp and fry while providing an excellent surface for biofilm growth and microfauna activity.

These versatile pods are available in two forms to suit your setup:

• Dried Pods: Classic, long-lasting, and ideal for custom preparation. Simply boil or soak before use to help them sink and release tannins naturally.

• Plop & Drop Pods (Pre-Seasoned): Fully prepared, pre-soaked, and ready to use right out of the bag. Each pod has been expertly conditioned to remove buoyancy and is pre-seasoned for immediate use in your aquarium—no boiling required.

For the safety and freshness of our pre-soaked botanicals, Plop & Drop Pods ship via UPS 2nd Day Air. If ordered alongside live fish or invertebrates, your shipment will automatically upgrade to UPS Next Day Air for safe combined delivery.

Features We Love:

• Two Options, One Purpose: Choose from dried pods or convenient Plop & Drop pre-soaked pods for instant setup.
• Biofilm-Friendly Texture: Supports natural grazing for shrimp, snails, and other microfauna.
• Natural Shelter: Perfect hiding spaces for shrimp, fry, and small fish.
• Earthy Aesthetic: Adds organic tone and texture to botanical and planted aquariums.

Usage:

For dried pods, boil or soak in dechlorinated water for 30–60 minutes to help them sink and reduce tannins before use.

For Plop & Drop pods, simply rinse gently and place directly into your aquarium, paludarium, or terrarium. They’re fully conditioned, sink immediately, and begin releasing natural tannins for a warm, organic appearance.

Each pod lasts several months, slowly softening over time while enriching your aquarium’s ecosystem with beneficial microfauna and subtle natural tannins.

Ideal For:

• Shrimp, Crayfish and snail tanks that benefit from biofilm and natural microhabitats

• Botanical-style and blackwater aquariums seeking authentic detail

• Breeding tanks where fry need shelter and soft water conditions

• Terrariums and paludariums for natural, humidity-holding décor

ARTS in Action:

Aquascaping: Adds form, texture, and a touch of wilderness to every tank.
Responsibility: Naturally sourced and prepared without chemicals or additives.
Thriving Life: Encourages natural grazing and promotes balanced ecosystems.
Storytelling: Each pod tells the story of nature’s design—artfully preserved for your aquarium.

Add natural character and instant balance to your aquascape with Aquatic Arts Buddha / Nut Pods — available dried or in “Plop & Drop” pre-seasoned form for effortless beauty.