Malaysian Driftwood – Large

🪵 Malaysian Driftwood – Large

📖 Overview The Large Malaysian Driftwood piece is a natural, dense hardwood perfect for aquascaping freshwater aquariums. Known for its rich, dark brown tones and unique branching shapes, Malaysian driftwood provides both beauty and function — offering hiding places for fish, a natural anchor for plants, and a source of beneficial tannins that help create a healthy aquatic environment.

🔑 Key Features

• ✅ Natural & Unique: Each piece has its own shape, texture, and character
• ✅ Aquarium Safe: Pre-soaked and safe for freshwater tanks
• ✅ Functional: Provides hiding spots for fish, shrimp, and bottom-dwellers
• ✅ Plant Friendly: Ideal for attaching java fern, anubias, mosses, and other epiphyte plants
• ✅ Long-Lasting: Dense hardwood that sinks quickly and resists decay

📐 Specifications

• Type: Malaysian Driftwood
• Size: Large (approx. 12–18 inches; sizes and shapes vary)
• Weight: Dense hardwood, sinks without the need for weights
• Use: Freshwater aquariums, aquascaping, shrimp tanks, pleco tanks

🧠 Benefits in the Aquarium

• Releases natural tannins → softens water and promotes fish health
• Creates a natural-looking aquascape
• Encourages natural behavior (hiding, grazing, territorial boundaries)
• Safe for plecos and other wood-grazing fish

❓ FAQ

Q: Will Malaysian driftwood change my water color?
A: Yes, it may release tannins that slightly tint the water tea-brown. This is safe and beneficial for many fish.

Q: Do I need to boil or soak the wood first?
A: Pre-soaking is recommended to remove excess tannins and ensure it sinks immediately.

Q: Is it safe for plecos?
A: Absolutely — plecos benefit from rasping on driftwood for fiber.

Q: Can I use it in saltwater tanks?
A: No, it is intended for freshwater aquariums only.