Are silk plants not specifically designed for aquariums alright to use in one?

By raysmithtx · Monday, January 4th, 2010

I liked some silk plants I saw in a fabric store and I was just wondering if I could indeed use those for my 2.5 Betta aquarium.

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By Kylie Anne on January 4th, 2010 at 4:17 am

they could have chemicals on them, it’s best to avoid them and use the ones specifically designed for them :)

however, great job on having an actual aquarium for your betta! it always makes me happy to see not everyone shoves them in bowls… just hope it’s heated ;)

I know what you mean….

I’ve used silk plants from walmart of all places for years with zero problems.

8 bucks for a tiny plant at the pet store or 3 bucks for a small bush at walmart…

i replace them every year sometimes earlier.. I have never had a problem.

my only guidelines are to make sure there is no paint on them and keep them as green as possible and rinse before going into tank.

like this

http://www.usifloral.com/images/productlarge/8/83029gr.jpg

i have alot that are just completely green aswell.

there called “stems” if you go to a floral store

good luck

 

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