Re: leaf litter wonders

[Mike & Diane Wise <apistowise@bewellnet.com>]

Ed,

I don't know anything about the effect of Magnolia leaves on the water, but the
ones I am familiar with have large waxy leaves. Many tropical trees have similar
leave that leach latex-like sap that isn't very healthy in a closed environment
of a tank. I think I'd try them first on something you won't regret losing.

Mike Wise

Ed Pon wrote:

> Does anyone know if Magnolia leaves will affect the ph.  I just happen to
> have a Magnolia tree right in front of my house but have been afraid to try
> using the leaves.
>
> >Scott Olson wrote:
> > >
> > > As a possible alternative to oak leaves:
> > >
> > > Several years ago when living in the San Francisco area, Brian Wolinski
> > > suggested magnolia leaves.  They were working great for him, so I tried
> >them
> > > and was very pleased with the result.
>
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