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This characteristic distinguishes Dragon Wood from other natural aquascaping woods but it also makes it a top contender for use with aquarium mosses and epiphytic aquatic plant species such as Anubias, Java Fern and Bucephalandra. These natural divots provide ample space to insert rhizome plants without the use of man-made materials such as glue or thread. Dragon Wood come in a range of colors, ranging from dark brown, light brown, and brownish grey. These colors may change overtime from water exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriftwood will release tannins for a period of time which can cause a slight yellow or brown tint to the water. Dragon Wood is a great choice for those that enjoy the look of Dragon stone but want to have driftwood in the tank to help lower the pH of the water. 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