Question 1

What plants can I put in a reptile terrarium?

Accepted Answer

The plants you can put in a reptile terrarium include both real plants and artificial plants. Many reptile keepers choose fake plants for reptiles due to their comparatively easy upkeep. There are lots of great artificial plant choices for reptiles, and Chewy has a large selection of faux terrarium plants to choose from. If you have the know-how and the inclination, you can choose real, reptile-safe plants for your reptile's enclosure. Good tropical reptile terrarium plants include African violets, spider plants, bromeliads, snake plants, ficus, ferns and orchids, while good desert reptile plants include aloe, prickly pear and tillandsia.

Question 2

How many plants should I put in my reptile's terrarium?

Accepted Answer

Put as many plants as you need to create a lush and varied environment in your reptile's terrarium. If you are using fake plants, put in just enough to give your reptiles places to roam and hide without crowding them in their space. If you will be planting live plants, be sure to choose plants that are mutually compatible, non-toxic and suitable in size. Since live plants in a terrarium will grow, be careful to choose slower-growing, smaller specimens and do not overcrowd the tank. You may need to experiment with different plants or seek expert guidance if you are unsure where to begin.

Question 3

How do I clean reptile terrarium plants?

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You need to clean reptile terrarium plants differently based on whether they are artificial plants, hardy live plants, or sensitive live terrarium plants. Artificial plants can be regularly cleaned using mild soap and water or a reptile-safe tank cleaning solution. Any new live plants will need to be cleaned before introduction into your tank. Sensitive live plants like bromeliads, mosses and begonias can be thoroughly rinsed and soaked in purified water. For non-sensitive plants, remove the soil from the roots, soak the whole plant in water, then submerge in a dilute bleach solution for 3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and then plant your new specimens in your tank. Some terrarium experts also recommend a 1-month quarantine for new live plants.

Question 4

How often should I replace the plants in my reptile's terrarium?

Accepted Answer

You shouldn't have to replace the plants in your reptile's terrarium often if you plan well and care for them properly. For a live-planted terrarium, choose live plants that are adapted to the conditions of your terrarium and ones that grow together well. If you have an herbivorous reptile, pick non-toxic plants that can withstand regular grazing. Fake terrarium plants can last for a long time, too, just be sure to choose quality ones and clean them regularly. Replace any fake plants that retain dirt after cleaning and those that are damaged or worn.

Reptile & Amphibian Terrarium Plants

Fluker's Repta-Vines Reptile Terrarium Décor, 6-ft, Red Coleus

Zoo Med Cashuarina Artificial Plant

Zoo Med Flexible Hanging Vine Artificial Plant

Zoo Med Madagascar Bamboo Reptile Plant, Small

Zoo Med Borneo Star Artificial Plant

Zoo Med Papaya Betta Plant

Zoo Med Fine Mechanical Filter Sponge Artificial Plant

Frisco Colorful Plastic Aquarium Plant Set, 6 pack

biOrb AIR Plant Scissors & Tweezers Set

Penn-Plax Reptology Hanging Vines Reptile Terrarium Accessory, Green, 12-in, 4 count

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