{"product_id":"whole-pear-pods","title":"Whole Pear Pods","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhole pear seed pods are thick, sectioned pods from the \u003cem\u003eSchrebera swietenoides\u003c\/em\u003e tree.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown by several common names including pear pods, mohka pods, and beguni fruit, these are the whole, unsplit version of our popular pear pods. Extremely dense and durable, they hold their structure exceptionally well in both aquariums and terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSchrebera swietenoides\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pear pod, mohka pod, beguni fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5 to 2 inches long and 1 to 1.25 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, free from artificial chemicals — safe and sustainable for all applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly prepared, whole pear pods release a moderate amount of tannins, promote biofilm, and provide natural hiding spots that stimulate natural behaviors in fish and shrimp. Very dense pods that hold up exceptionally well over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpringtail Culture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for harvesting springtails from a soil culture — their dense, sectioned form gives springtails plenty of surface area to colonize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isopods and springtails enjoy hiding in these pods; they add texture to the enclosure floor and serve as a long-lasting food source as they break down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Home Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as bowl fillers or integrated into natural arrangements, terrariums, and potpourri.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their unique sectioned shape and texture inspire creative possibilities in wreaths and mixed media art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boil for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak in clean water overnight or longer, changing water daily, until fully waterlogged and desired tannin level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, add to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural product, each whole pear pod will vary in size, shape, and color. Intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium\/vivarium use only. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNot\u003c\/u\u003e for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"3 Whole Pear Pods","offer_id":52486027051140,"sku":"3WholePear","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Whole Pear Pods","offer_id":52486027083908,"sku":"10WholePear","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0308\/7492\/files\/wp.jpg?v=1783473107","url":"https:\/\/scholarlyexotics.myshopify.com\/es\/products\/whole-pear-pods","provider":"Scholarly Exotics LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}