Terrarium plants

Terrarium plants - Everything for your terrascape!

Terrascaping, the art of terrarium design, is a world in which plants play the leading role. They are what breathe life and soul into a terrarium. A wide variety of plant categories such as attached plants, terrestrial plants, woody plants, carnivores, climbers, mosses, rarities, rheophytes, marsh plants and succulents offer endless possibilities for creating unique landscapes. Each category has its own special features and requirements that need to be understood and respected.

Attached plants , or epiphytes, are plants that grow on other plants without taking nutrients from them. This category includes plants such as tillandsias, which cling to rocks and branches with their aerial roots. They need high humidity and indirect light to thrive. In the world of attached plants, Neoregelia 'Fireball' stands out, a bromeliad species that adds splashes of color with its bright red leaves. Perfect for high humidity and indirect light. Tillandsia usneoides, also known as Spanish moss, creates a mystical aura with its hanging, silvery-green strands. Wallisia cyanea (formerly Tillandsia), with its broad leaves and striking flower, is a real eye-catcher and is ideal for semi-shaded spots.

Terrestrial plants form the basis of every terrascape. They create a lively underworld of mosses and ferns that is not only beautiful to look at, but also regulates humidity and provides shelter for the creatures living on the ground. Popular terrestrial plants include the fern Nephrolepis exaltata and the jewel orchid. The Cryptanthus bivittatus species, also called earth stars, adorn the ground with their star-shaped leaves in various colors ranging from brown to pink to red. Maranta leuconeura, known for its striking leaf markings, blends harmoniously into the ground layer and prefers even moisture. Goeppertia orbifolia (formerly Calathea) impresses with its large, round leaves and is a real moisture lover.

Woody plants such as small trees or shrubs add height and structure to the terrascape. They can serve as climbing aids for other plants or provide shade for more light-sensitive species. Woody plants also include Dracaena species, which bring tropical flair to the terrarium with their sword-like leaves. Among the woody plants you'll also find species such as Chamaedorea elegans, a dainty palm characterized by its adaptability and upright growth. Ficus benjamina, often grown as a miniature tree, brings a piece of tropical rainforest into your home. Dracaena fragrans 'Compacta' impresses with its compact shape and densely layered leaves reminiscent of bamboo.

Carnivores, or carnivorous plants, are a special attraction in any terrarium. With their ingenious traps they lure insects and thus ensure a natural balance. Species such as Dionaea muscipula, better known as the Venus flytrap, are not only eye-catching but also a testament to nature's amazing adaptability. Carnivorous plants like Dionaea muscipula, the classic Venus flytrap, fascinate with their snapping traps. Drosera capensis, also known as the Cape sundew, catches prey with sticky tentacles.

Climbing plants use vertical surfaces to give the terrarium another dimension. They can be trained along back walls or over stones and roots, creating living green walls. Philodendron 'Mini Midget' and Epipremnum aureum are popular representatives of this category and delight with their trailing shoots.

Mosses are indispensable for the microclimate of a terrarium. They retain moisture, provide a home for microorganisms and ensure lush greenery on the ground and walls. Various mosses such as cushion moss can also be used creatively to model small landscapes and hills.

The rarities include exotic and hard-to-find plants that give any terrarium a touch of exclusivity. Whether rare orchid species or special bromeliads, these plants are a must for enthusiasts and connoisseurs. In the rarities category, plants such as Aerangis kirkii stand out, a miniature orchid known for its elegant flowers. Maxillaria schunkeana, grown on cork, brings an exotic touch to the terrarium with its burgundy flowers. Ceratostylis retisquama, another orchid species, is an eye-catcher with its bright red flowers.

Rheophytes are plants that have adapted to life in flowing water. They are ideal for aquaterrariums, where they can grow both below and above the water line. Their specialized root systems hold them in place even in strong currents.

Marsh plants thrive in the moist areas of a terrarium and are indispensable for water treatment. They help keep the water clean while providing habitat for amphibians and insects.

Succulents, with their thick, fleshy leaves and their ability to store water, bring a very special aesthetic to the terrarium. They are ideal for drier terrascapes and are forgiving if you forget to water them now and then. Succulents include Crassula species, among others, which impress with their wide variety of shapes and sizes.

Each of these categories offers a world of possibilities for terrascaping. They invite you to get creative and bring a piece of nature into your own home. Discover our extensive range and find the perfect plants for your terrarium.