Popular Types of Leaf Litter for Aquarium

If you want to mimic a fish-friendly environment in your aquarium, you should use plenty of leave litters.

For example:
The leaves of oak trees (Quercus spp.) contain tannins (also called tannins), which have antifungal properties ; Walnut leaves (Juglans spp.) against pathogenic bacteria;  Birch leaves (Betula spp.) against ulcers. 

Generally, we use the leaves in aquarium not only for aquarium decoration but for anti fungus , because the green leaves contain other active ingredients and a lot of sugar, IT will have some negative effects in the fish tank water (such as the water will become cloudy, etc.), which is not suitable for aquarium. But sometimes you have the opportunity to use green leaves, such as green walnut leaves, pine leaves, and mulberry leaves that have been used as food for alien fish, rice shrimp, and crayfish.

Natural leaf litter for aquariums is created by taking natural plant matter and placing it in a tank. This organic material will decompose and provide additional nutrients for plants as well as microorganisms within your fish tank. 

The four popur leave litter for aquarium

Indian Almond Leaf

The Indian almond leaf is an effective algae remover, helping you keep your tank clean and your fish happy. The best part is that it’s not just an algae remover – it also serves as a plant fertilizer. It can be used in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.

Alder Cones

Alder cones are not a common aquarium plant. They have, however, a special function when it comes to aquarium ecosystems. They are used to fixate nitrogen and thus they should be planted together with other plants that need nitrogen as well.

Beech Leaf

The beech leaf is a natural food source. Its main function is to add beauty and variety to your aquarium. It comes in various shapes, sizes, and colors which can add aesthetic value as well as prove an interesting subject for photos.

Maple Leaf

It has been used for hundreds of years in traditional Asian medicine as well as for decoration purposes. Their leaves are very large and often bright green with a maple leaf shape; hence their name.


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