Manzanita Use

[BHead108]

Can you use green manzanita in your tank or will it poison the fish

 

[tmfish]

I would'nt suggest using any green wood in your fish tank. Don't know if it will poison the fish though. All driftwood for aquariums is dead wood. If you live by a creek or river you should be able to find some.

 

[BHead108]

Okay thanks, how long do i have to soak them for the wood sinks?

 

[BHead108]

Also, can i ask why it is a bad idea to use green wood?

 

[roydooms]

Okay thanks, how long do i have to soak them for the wood sinks?

Some people will soak them in a big enough tub for weeks or even months. Changing water every once in a while.

Boiling the DW will also help. It also helps with removing tannins. Change water when it gets dark brownish.

 

[PC1]

"green" branches have different chemicals in the branches. You want dried out wood.

 

[BHead108]

Will the "green" manzanita kill my fish?