Cholla Tubby 100 – 150g

Cholla Tubby 100 – 150 gm of cholla wood per tub.

Cholla wood is a product from the Cylindropuntia bigelovii Cactus found mainly Mexico and USA. When the cacti die and dry out, the wood skeleton remains.  Although cholla wood is definitely a visually interesting addition to the aquarium, most aquarists don’t use its for its decorative value. It’s added to the aquarium because shrimp love it! Unlike most types of wood that are used in the aquarium, cholla is soft and breaks down over time.

These cholla is ‘Proudly South African. Gathered ‘locally’.
NOTE: The heavier the wood, the thicker the side walls, the longer it will last.

Because Cholla is hollow it make a great hiding place for baby shrimp and adult shrimp especially while moulting and vulnerable. Cholla will break down over a very long period of time and a bio-film will form on which the shrimp will forage. Tannins will be released into the water which may stain the tank water slightly, but the tannins contain anti-bacterial and antifungal properties which help protect the shrimp.

Due to its appealing look it is a great natural alternative for ceramic decoration.

DO NOT BOIL THE CHOLLA. Instead, cover it with boiling water and let it soak till it is waterlogged. Rinse it and add to your tank.