BlackWater Coconut Pods
BlackWater Botanicals
Pickup available at 28 Wellesley Road Napier South
Usually ready in 4 hours
Shipping & Returns
All goods are shipped using NZPost or Post Haste services with signature required option by default.
We cannot guarantee the overnight services, this is a service that we pay for; but is not guaranteed.
We do not offer refunds for change of mind, any returns needs to be organised with our team first prior to sending back.
If shipments are delayed by the carrier, we may not offer any reimbursement, New Zealand Post (NZPost) should be contacted directly.
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FREE Delivery & Rural Charges Policy
The minimum spend for free delivery on dry goods cannot be combined with frozen goods.
Where you have not met the minimum spend for free delivery, our team may contact you for freight payment.
Rural (RD) addresses require additional charges. To avoid delays if your address is rural, please select the Rural shipping option.
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Scientific Name: Cocos nucifera
Origin: Tropical Asia
Description
The Coconut Pod is a natural half-shell from the Cocos nucifera (Coconut Palm), valued for its durability and organic aesthetic. With its rugged texture and earthy tones, it adds a tropical touch to aquariums and terrariums while providing functional enrichment for aquatic life.
Features & Benefits
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Offers natural hiding spots and spawning areas for small fish and shrimp
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Encourages biofilm growth, providing a food source for fry and invertebrates
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Enhances aquascapes with a realistic, tropical riverbed look
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Slowly releases beneficial tannins to condition water naturally
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Long-lasting and environmentally friendly
Preparation & Use
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Boil for 15–20 minutes to sterilize and help the pod sink.
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Rinse thoroughly before placing in the aquarium or terrarium.
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Pods can last several months, gradually softening and enriching the environment.
Ideal For
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Betta fish
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Apistogrammas & Dwarf Cichlids
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Catfish & Corydoras
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Fry
Size Guide: They're about (10cm) or so in diameter on average. Sold individually
