An alum dip involves soaking aquarium plants in a mixture of 1 tablespoon of Alum per 1 gallon of water for 24-72 hours to eliminate snails and other pests. This solution is a milder alternative to bleach or salt for treating new plants, though it may not be 100% effective against all snail eggs. After soaking, rinse the plants thoroughly in fresh water before introducing them to their tank.
I do a 24 hour alum soak on all plants before shipment, but I’d recommend doing it again to ensure all potential eggs are eliminated. Snail eggs are VERY small and hard to see. Listed with ExportYourStore.com
