KUMU WO-02 Horn Wood Piece

KUMU WO-02 Horn Wood Piece (4 pieces, 60–100 mm) — SKU 106-762

Small curved hornwood pieces ideal for creating flowing lines in nano aquascapes. When thoughtfully combined, Horn Wood Pieces form natural flow and directional movement in compact layouts.

Key Characteristics:

• Quantity: 4 pieces per pack
• Size: 60–100 mm individual pieces
• Form: Curved, branching shapes (more organic than WO-01 Chip's straight pieces)
• Color: Dark brown to black when wet
• Texture: Dense, fine-grained wood with natural curves and forks

Aquascaping Applications:

• Flowing Compositions: Arrange multiple pieces to create visual "flow" leading the eye through the layout
• Nano Hardscape: Use as primary or secondary hardscape in tanks ≤30 cm
• Layered Depth: Position pieces at different depths to create foreground, midground, and background layers
• Paludarium Details: Use in emergent zones. the curved forms mimic natural fallen branches

Preparation:

3. Optional: Boil for 30–60 minutes to accelerate tannin release and ensure wood sinks immediately

4. Scrub with a soft brush to remove softened bark

Planting Strategy:

• Attach mosses (Taxiphyllum, Fissidens, Flame Moss) along the curved branches to enhance flow
• Plant small Anubias (A. nana 'Petite') or Bucephalandra at branch forks
• Position curved pieces to "lead" the eye toward focal stones or plant clusters

Compositional Tips:

• Create Flow: Arrange pieces so curves point in the same general direction (left to right, or toward a focal point)
• Vary Height: Use some pieces horizontally, others angled upward to add vertical interest
• Avoid Symmetry: Odd numbers (3 or all 4 pieces) create more natural, dynamic compositions than symmetrical pairs

Tannin Release: