{"product_id":"azalea-wood","title":"Azalea wood","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout Azalea Wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzalea Wood is a natural aquarium hardscape prized for its \u003cstrong\u003eintricate, twisted root structure and fine branching form\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often sold as Azalea Root or Spider Wood, it creates a dramatic natural appearance and is particularly effective for creating tree-root, forest and nature-style aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts pale tan to light brown colour contrasts beautifully against dark aquarium substrates and lush green plants. The numerous branches and crevices also provide excellent attachment points for \u003cstrong\u003eAnubias, Bucephalandra, Java Fern, mosses and other epiphytes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is naturally unique, making Azalea Wood ideal for aquascapers looking for a one-of-a-kind hardscape. It works particularly well in planted aquariums, shrimp tanks and nature-style layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzalea Wood is lightweight and will generally \u003cstrong\u003efloat initially\u003c\/strong\u003e, so soaking or securing the wood may be required until it becomes waterlogged. A temporary white biofilm can also develop during the initial period in the aquarium and is generally harmless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e aquarium-sold Azalea Wood should be used rather than untreated branches collected from gardens, as commercially prepared aquarium wood is intended for aquatic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Azalea Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Azalea Root \/ Spider Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural aquarium driftwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wood\/root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale tan to light brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted, shrimp and community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardscape Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nature, jungle, forest and root-style layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anubias, Bucephalandra, Java Fern, mosses and other epiphytes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTannins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally low compared with many other aquarium woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitially Floats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Azalea Wood sink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzalea Wood commonly floats when first placed in water. Soaking it for several days can help it become waterlogged and sink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Azalea Wood release tannins?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt generally releases relatively little tannin compared with woods such as Mopani or Malaysian driftwood, although individual pieces can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I put plants on Azalea Wood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its intricate branches are excellent for attaching \u003cstrong\u003emosses, Anubias, Bucephalandra and Java Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Azalea Wood suitable for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquarium-grade Azalea Wood is commonly used in shrimp and planted aquariums and provides additional surfaces and shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs white fuzz on new Azalea Wood normal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A temporary white biofilm can appear on newly added wood. It is generally harmless and usually disappears naturally as the aquarium matures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes every piece look the same?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Azalea Wood is naturally collected, so every piece has its own branching pattern, thickness and shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding the wood without soaking it first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot securing lightweight pieces when first setting up the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpecting every piece to have the same shape or branching pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurying too much of the wood and hiding its natural structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing untreated garden or wild-collected azalea branches instead of aquarium-prepared wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding too many pieces without considering swimming space and overall aquascape proportions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50590132600971,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/azalea-woodapex-aquatic-3235501.jpg?v=1792742310","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/azalea-wood","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}