How do I use almond leaves in aquariums?

Almond leaves, also called Indian almond leaves (IAL), are used in domestic aquariums as a water conditioner. Their advantage remains scientifically unproven, but many fish breeders say they are good from their fish. Leaves almond leaves are considered beneficial for Betta, also known as Siamese combat fish, adding substances called tannins to the water. Unofficial evidence suggests that these tannins improve habitats by being more bracket, which is according to Betty's tastes and mimics its southeast Asia of domestic water. It is also said that almond leaves accelerate, promote better health and support optimum friction conditions. Tannins can also be introduced into the aquarium by driftwood and many aquarists who prefer not to change the level of acidity in their tanks soaking wood before putting it into their tanks to remove most tannins.

In Asia, Bettas is ready for their combat displays by exposing almond leaves. This exposure is assumed to prevent serious injuryBy lingering and smoothing the scale of fish and preventing other betta from bite enough to cause more serious wounds. The fish are pre -treated with almond leaves for one week and then after the fight again, they treat the support of healing after the battle.

Almond leaves are also commonly known as Ketapang Leaves and Katappa leaves. Other types of fish that have been shown to benefit from their integration into the fish tank are catfish, racbora, tetras, discussion and dwarf cichlids. Other advantages include supporting more vivid colors in fish and healthier fins and discouraging parasites.