🪵 Malaysian Driftwood – Medium

📖 Overview The Medium Malaysian Driftwood piece is a natural hardwood ideal for aquascaping freshwater aquariums. With its rich dark tones and unique branching shapes, this medium-sized driftwood provides beauty and function — offering hiding places for fish, natural grazing areas for plecos, and an anchor for live plants like Anubias, Java Fern, and mosses.

🔑 Key Features

• ✅ Medium Size (approx. 8–12”): Great for 20–40 gallon aquariums
• ✅ Natural & Unique: Each piece varies in shape and texture
• ✅ Aquarium Safe: Pre-soaked, suitable for freshwater aquariums
• ✅ Plant Friendly: Ideal for attaching epiphyte plants and mosses
• ✅ Functional: Provides fish shelter, shrimp grazing areas, and pleco rasping wood

📐 Specifications

• Type: Malaysian Driftwood
• Size: Medium (approx. 8–12 inches; natural variation in each piece)
• Weight: Dense hardwood, naturally sinks quickly
• Use: Freshwater aquariums, aquascaping, pleco & shrimp tanks

🧠 Benefits in the Aquarium

• Releases natural tannins that help condition and soften water
• Creates a natural aquascape environment
• Provides cover and territories for fish
• Safe for plecos and algae-eating fish that rasp on wood

❓ FAQ

Q: Will Malaysian driftwood tint my water?
A: Yes, it may release tannins that cause a tea-colored tint. This is safe and even beneficial for many species.

Q: Do I need to pre-soak or boil it?
A: Pre-soaking is recommended to reduce tannins and ensure it sinks immediately.

Q: What tank size is Medium best for?
A: Medium driftwood is ideal for 20–40 gallon aquariums.