What Are Indian Almond Leaves?
Indian almond leaves grow on Terminalia catappa trees that come from the leadwood tree family. These trees are native to Australia, Asia, Madagascar, and the Pacific, but they’ve recently been introduced to the Americas.
ish keepers use Indian almond leaves for a variety of reasons, most common of which are pH level lowering and their antifungal and antibacterial properties.
It’s also worth noting that Indian almond leaves are highly favorable for shrimp and betta fish tanks.
Pros
- Lowers pH levels
- Creates a dark environment for blackwater fish to breed
- Have antibacterial and antifungal properties
- Helps induce breeding
- Can be used as a food source for fry or small fish