Tropicals
Cryptanthus sp.
- Code: 106
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.50
Cryptanthus have always been a vivarium staple, due to their appreciation for high humidity and bright light. Bromeliad relative. This photo illustrates the colors that we typically have available.
Selaginella kraussiana
- Code: 122
- Price: $3.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.25
A small, low growing creeper with tiny fronds that resemble moss. Should be kept under low to medium light in a moist, well-drained substrate.
Ficus repens "Creeping Fig"
- Code: 114
- Price: $3.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.10
Commonly called Creeping Fig, this ficus will spread quickly in terrarium conditions, and often grows to cover wood and backgrounds nicely. Likes good light and humidity. Price is for established plants in 4" pots.
Ficus repens 'variegated'
- Code: 132
- Price: $3.99
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Closely related to the green leaved form of F. repens, this variety often displays white ringed foliage.
Fittonia vershaffeltii
- Code: 102
- Price: $3.99
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A very popular terrarium plant, this creeping grower can be pinched off or trimmed to control its spread. Most noted for the stark contrast of its white veins on emerald leaves.
Pellionia repens
- Code: 116
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.25
Similar in size and habit to Pellionia pulchra, this plant produces more colorful foliage that varies from deep green to red, depending on how much light it receives. Roots very quickly in a terrarium setting. Likes moist soil, and can grow in shade to moderately bright lighting.
Assorted Bromeliad
- Code: 112
- Price: $4.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.25
In the rainforest, dart frogs often use bromeliads to deposit their tadpoles while they are developing into frogs. This same behavior can also be witnessed in the vivarium. Our bromeliads are from several different genera, but mostly Neoregelia. Selection is based on availability, and specimens shipped will be grower's choice.
Pilea spruceana "Silver Tree"
- Code: 108
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.50
A small, upright growing Pilea, with silvery streaks running down the center of the serrated leaves. Should be planted in moderate to low light, with a porous substrate that can dry partially between waterings.
Golden Pothos
- Code: 110
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.25
Pothos, aka "Devil's Ivy", is a notoriously fast growing tropical that will tolerate a wide variety of conditions. Excellent for temporary or quarantine containers, as well as larger terrariums.
Neoregelia 'Fireball'
- Code: 126
- Price: $4.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.25
The classic terrarium bromeliad, N. 'Fireball' is a smaller grower, rarely exceeding a 12" rosette. Color varies from light green to deep burgundy, depending on growing conditions. Grow under bright, filtered light for best color. Large offsets available.
Hoya carnosa
- Code: 119
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.50
A trailing Hoya species, this can do well mounted higher up in a tank, and allowed to cascade down the background. New leaves will develop pink edges in bright light.
Philodendron scandens
- Code: 111
- Price: $2.99
- Shipping Weight: 0.50
Fast growing vine. Can be used to quickly fill a temporary container or a smaller tank. Has shiny green teardrop shaped leaves. Prefers high light and humidity, but will thrive in a range of conditions.
