Seachem Catappa Tea Bags — 12 Pack are aquarium botanicals made from Indian almond leaves (Terminalia catappa). The bags release tannins and other organic compounds that gently tint water and can contribute to lower pH in freshwater aquariums.
Manufacturer Directions
Extract method: Boil one tea bag in 1 liter (approximately 1 US quart) of water for 10 minutes or until the desired extract color develops. Allow the extract to cool to aquarium temperature before use. Add gradually over 2–3 days when first using it, monitoring pH and livestock response.
Filter method: Place one tea bag per 40 L (10 US gallons) in an external aquarium filter for gradual release. Remove the bag once the desired tint or water conditions are reached.
Important Notes
Use in aquariums with inhabitants suited to tannin-rich or mildly acidic freshwater. Activated carbon may remove compounds released by catappa leaves. This botanical is not a medication or a replacement for regular water testing and maintenance. Not for human consumption.
