Bring a natural, one-of-a-kind look to your aquarium, paludarium, or terrarium with IceCap Mopani Wood. Its rich coloration, textured surface, and irregular branching shape make it an excellent centerpiece for planted aquariums, freshwater displays, shrimp tanks, and naturalistic reptile habitats.
Mopani is a dense hardwood that generally sinks more readily than lighter driftwoods. It provides useful surface area for attaching aquatic plants, mosses, and epiphytes while creating natural shelter and visual structure within the habitat.
Key Features
• Natural Mopani hardwood
• Dense construction with unique texture and coloration
• Excellent for freshwater aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums
• Creates natural hiding areas and visual structure
• Suitable for attaching Anubias, Java fern, mosses, and similar plants
• Available in five approximate size ranges
Available Sizes
• Small: 8–12 inches
• Medium: 12–16 inches
• Large: 16–20 inches
• XLarge: 20–24 inches
• XXLarge: 24–28 inches
Preparation
Rinse thoroughly before use. For aquarium installations, soaking the wood separately before placement is recommended. Natural wood may release tannins that tint the water brown and can influence water chemistry. Regular water changes and activated carbon can help reduce discoloration.
Natural Product Notice
Each piece is naturally formed and will vary in shape, thickness, color, texture, and branching. Product photographs are representative examples only. The exact piece received may differ from the wood shown.
Shipping
This product ships using our standard shipping option. Larger pieces may require additional processing time because of their dimensions.