{"title":"Mopani - Roots for the Aquarium","description":"\u003cp\u003eMopani Wood is an African hardwood with a unique two-tone texture that adds a striking aesthetic element to aquariums and terrariums. This wood is one of the densest, which ensures that it sinks quickly in water. Each piece of Mopani wood is unique, sandblasted to create a detailed structure. It is recommended to soak the wood before use to remove tannins that can discolor the water. Mopani is ideal for creating natural habitats with plants and offers hiding places for animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mopani-korene-m-10-40-cm","title":"Mopani Roots M 10-40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMopani Wood is a natural African hardwood with a unique two-tone texture that adds a distinctive aesthetic element to aquariums and terrariums. This wood is extremely dense, which ensures that it sinks quickly in water, without the need for further treatment. Mopani Wood is ideal for creating natural habitats and shelters for fish, reptiles and amphibians. It is recommended to soak the wood thoroughly before use to minimize the risk of tannins staining the water. Each piece is carefully sanded to achieve a detailed structure and a unique look that will enrich your aquarium or terrarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquazone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48651139416396,"sku":"","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/5860\/4876\/files\/20240825_185740_1.jpg?v=1725572935"},{"product_id":"nove-sety-mopani-korenov","title":"New Mopani root sets","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mopani Root Product Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eDiscover our new collection of Mopani sets - the ideal choice for any aquarium hardscape and terrarium. Mopani roots are known for their characteristic appearance with a unique two-tone wood: one side is light and the other is darker, which adds natural contrast and visual depth. Mopani is popular in aquascaping for its durability and low rotting. In addition, it is a heavy root that does not need additional weight to maintain its position in the water. With our sets, you choose the size according to the volume of your aquarium or project and you will have everything you need to create a unique underwater world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eSet S\u003c\/strong\u003e : 2 roots – 1x 10-15 cm, 1x 15-20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eSet M\u003c\/strong\u003e : 3 roots – 2x 10-15 cm, 1x 15-20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eSet L\u003c\/strong\u003e : 5 roots – 2x 10-15 cm, 2x 15-20 cm, 1x 20-30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eXL set\u003c\/strong\u003e : 7 roots – 3x 10-15 cm, 2x 15-20 cm, 2x 20-30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThese sets offer perfect variability and give the opportunity to create diverse scenes with different heights and sizes of roots, whether it is nano aquariums or larger tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to prepare Mopani root before use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Before adding Mopani root to your aquarium or terrarium, it is important to prepare it properly to minimize the release of tannins (which can discolor the water) and remove surface dirt. Here is a quick guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoaking\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soak the Mopani root in a container of water, ideally for 1-2 weeks. This soaking helps to release tannins that can cause the water to turn brown. Change the water in the container regularly for best results. If the roots continue to release a lot of tannins, you can extend this step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy boiling\u003c\/strong\u003e (optional): To speed up the process, you can boil the root for 1-2 hours. Boiling removes tannins more effectively and also disinfects the roots, which is especially useful when using the roots in aquariums with sensitive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinal rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e : After soaking or boiling, rinse the root thoroughly with clean water. Make sure there is no residue left on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e After these steps, the root is ready to use in your aquarium or terrarium. 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