Acorn Caps - Kentucky | 30 Count | Shrimp & Blackwater Botanicals | Ship Included | Chop's Aquatics

Chop's Aquatics – Acorn Caps | 30 Count | Kentucky Sourced

Naturally dried acorn caps hand-collected right here in Kentucky — a unique and versatile botanical for shrimp keepers, betta enthusiasts, and blackwater aquarium builds.

Locally Sourced & Sustainably Collected

These acorn caps are hand-collected from the forests and woodlands of Brodhead, Kentucky — no pesticides, no commercial processing, no middlemen. They're naturally dried and carefully sorted before packaging. Buying local means a smaller carbon footprint and a product with a known origin, something you just can't guarantee with mass-imported botanicals.

Benefits:

• Rich in tannins and humic acids that naturally condition water, lowering pH and hardness to mimic natural biotope environments
• Antibacterial and antifungal properties that support shrimp and fish health
• Encourages biofilm growth — an ideal supplemental food source for shrimp, especially shrimplets
• Their small, cup-shaped form makes great natural decor and grazing surfaces that shrimp love to pick at

How to Use:

Rinse and add directly to your tank — caps will settle quickly and begin releasing tannins gradually. For a more controlled dose, steep in hot water first to make a tannin tea before adding to your tank. Leave them in until they break down naturally; shrimp will graze on them throughout.

What You Get:

• 30 dried acorn caps, Kentucky sourced
• Shipped in a sturdy box with protective packaging

Shipping:

1. $17.00 flat rate — **shipping included**
2. Ships to the **continental United States only** (no AK or HI)
3. All orders ship via **USPS Ground Advantage** or **UPS Ground Saver**
4. Orders typically ship within 1–3 business days

Questions? Feel free to message — happy to help!

— Chop's Aquatics | Brodhead, KY