About Us
Our Tinted World at Betta Botanicals! Ecosystems Are What We Build!
At Betta Botanicals, we believe that the benefits of botanicals extend beyond aesthetics. Their true value lies in their natural properties, not in the thickness of your aquarium's detritus layer or the colony of springtails you've cultivated in your vivarium. We are dedicated to providing a supportive community for every aquarium, reptile, and amphibian hobbyist, regardless of gravel color, frog type, or detritus levels. Our mission is to empower you with the knowledge, resources, and materials needed to create thriving ecosystems in your home. We meticulously source the highest quality botanicals and leaf litter from around the world, subjecting them to rigorous testing before making them available for purchase. We are proud to be your #1 trusted source for botanicals in the aquatic hobby... but lately we've been really excited about dart frogs! So, our Leaf Litter Lifestyle is expanding.
Sustainability Is At Our Forefront
In line with our commitment to environmental sustainability, every product is thoughtfully packaged using 100% home-compostable materials made from renewable sugarcane plant fibers. By choosing Betta Botanicals, you improve your creatures' well-being while contributing to the betterment of our planet. As of June 2023, Betta Botanicals operates entirely on solar energy, and we are actively working towards offsetting the carbon emissions from our shipping processes.
How Was Betta Botanicals Born?
Hi, my name is Ben, and Betta Botanicals was born from a deep passion for exploring ecosystems as a young kid with my grandfather, and then nurtured since childhood by my family. After a hiatus for college, my return to the aquarium hobby led me to discover the remarkable benefits of leaf litter in aquatic habitats. Drawing from my academic background in Environmental Science, with a focus on Marine Ecology, Anthropology, and Environmental Education, I worked with esteemed organizations dedicated to wetland conservation and salmon preservation in Whatcom County. Inspired by my experiences and fascination with aquatic ecosystems, Betta Botanicals came to life through a viral TikTok video. My commitment to sustainability extends to every aspect of this business, from compostable packaging (as of 2024) to reliance on solar power (as of 2023). Over the years, I have led with the pillars of community, sustainability, and inclusion while helping you build your ecosystem.
That's My Journey, Now It's Your Turn!
Your ecosystem journey begins now! We offer a curated selection of botanicals and Leaf Litter Lifestyle Merch for you to explore as you build new ecosystems. Visit our aquatic botanical preparation page for step-by-step instructions on maximizing the benefits of these natural wonders.
Get ready to build your ecosystem with Betta Botanicals!
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Absolutely loved these! They were all an amazing size and bigger than I expected. Very cute and my bettas have been checking them out!
I love this little (big) pod so much! It’s very cute and sits great in my tank.
I really liked these. They weren’t as big as expected but that’s perfectly okay because they still fit good in my tank (10g)
This was honestly so perfect and went great in my tank. I will say scrub the inside out with a little brush or something after you boil it to get some of the junk out.
I honestly loved these. They were a bit smaller than expected but it’s okay I didn’t really mind. They look great in my tank tho and my betta loves them!
I LOVE THESE SO MUCH OMG!! They are so cute and came in different sizes but all still big enough for my bettas to fit in. 10/10 product
Super nice variety with a little bit of everything you need to get started!
Nice and cute addition to my tanks. Everything arrived nicely and the video instructions were super easy to follow for preparation.
So cute! I love having these along with the leaf litter in my tanks.
The owner of this place is extremely helpful and knowledgeable, I really appreciate this business!
Gnarly thin roots give a really cool natural underwater look. Fish love swimming amongst them.
Cool natural cave that loaches or gudgeons will love!
Beautiful red orange hue on the water.
Extremely effective. Didn’t take a lot to make a great effect.
Would definitely buy from here again. Everything is packaged nicely and there are easy instructions to follow.