Crape Myrtle Branches in Fish Tanks

[badisbadis101]

I have been looking for some nice branching wood for my planted tank for a while now, but have not found any. However, my parents were trimming some plants, and trimmed off a nice section of a Crape Myrtle plant, which i think would look great in my aquarium. Only problem is whether or not it would be safe if i let it dry completely, took off all the leaves, soaked it for a week or so, and then put in in my aquarium. So, is it safe?

 

[mosthated]

i doubt it will sink. its going to have to soak a long time. if you weight it it might sink. as far as safe? who knows doubt a lot of people have tried them.

 

[J double R]

remember.. just because the leaves are dry, does not mean the wood in the middle is dry. that could take weeks or even months, depending on how big the branch is/whether or not it was dead to begin with.