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little greenhouses, increasing the humidity that so many plants love. But
some plants are better suited to terrarium life than others. Here are a few of
our favourites. ...

37 house plants perfect for terrariums

Terrariums act like little greenhouses, increasing the humidity that so many plants
love, allowing the environment to recycle water and its own organic matter.
This means moisture-loving houseplants from tropical and subtropical
regions are ideal for terrariums. Most of these are excellent as house plants
too.
Weve created a handy plant guide to get you started on this fun project

What plant to choose?

Not all plants are suitable for use in a terrarium. Desert cacti, for instance,
really dont like closed terrariums far too hot and steamy. But there are

many succulents that do, so long as the soil is well drained and you dont
over water. Younger versions of many large plants are okay because the
limited resources restrict their growth. Spreading creepers are
excellent because they grow upwards and outwards. Grasses, ferns and
miniature shrubs are also fine.

Is it okay to use moss?

Mosses do prefer a damp environment. But they dont always like a warm
environment. With a bit of experimentation you can find a decorative moss
that will thrive in your terrarium. However, make sure any moss you collect is
from your garden or a public area not from a national forest.
Only use moss from your garden, not a national forest.
A good rule of thumb is to transplant moss that is growing on soil, onto soil in
your terrarium. If its growing on a rock or log outdoors, then its
unlikely grow on soil in your terrarium.
Pro tip: You can freeze moss if youre not going to use it straight away.

Where to buy
To avoid the chance of unexpected mushrooms or bugs infesting your
terrarium (Ive been there and its not pretty), its always best to buy sterile
moss, plants and potting mix from reputable nurseries or online.

Bright light loving plants

1. African Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha)
African Violets are native to Tanzania and became popular amongst
Europeans in the late nineteenth century. Their attractive, velvety foliage,
compact growing habits and wide variety of long blooming flowers make this
one of the worlds most popular indoor plants.

2. Air Plant (Tillandsia)

These amazing plants can grow and thrive without soil. They do need
constant air circulation thought so open terrariums only. A light misting of
water, and indirect light keeps them happy.

3. Bloodleaf Iresine (Iresine herbstii)

For glossy, bright red foliage, you cant beat this small, branching plant. Its a
perennial and grows up to 60cm. Pinch the tips to induce bushiness.
4. Button Fern (Pellaea rotundifolia)
This Australian native is great for beginners. It enjoys evenly moist soil and
fills any space quickly.
5. Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata)
A tree-like plant that appreciates bright, indirect light. Allow to dry slightly
between waterings.

6. Earth star (Cryptanthus bromelioides)

This rosette forming Bromeliad from Brazil is one of the easiest to grow. With
large leaves of brownish-burgundy and irregular pink stripes down the
centre, its a great choice for closed terrariums. Should be planted in a
potting mix containing sphagnum moss or peat.
7. Flame Violet (Episcia dianthiflora)
A trailing relative of the African Violet. Requires constant warmth and
humidity and should be planted in a porous, peaty potting mix.
8. Friendship Plant Moon Valley (Pilea involucrata)
Friendship Plants are known for their unusual deeply textured leaves in
striking colours, glided silver or copper. Moon Valley is a creeper that forms
dense,16-24cm mounds of oval leaves dark-red undersides.

9. Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Golden Pothos are a very popular house plant. Theyre attractive vines that
have smooth, leathery, heart shaped leaves with distinctive marbling
alternating along rope-like green stems. Pothos vines are among the top ten
air purifying plants for indoor use.
Pothos vines are among the top ten air purifying plants for indoor use.
10. Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum raddianum)
So named because the fine leafstalks resemble human hair. Prefers bright
light, rich well-draining soil and high humidity. Keep the soil moist, but dont
over mist the leaves because it can encourage mould.

11. Miniature Peperomia (Pilea depressa)

Miniature Peperomias are low growing, creeping plants with pairs of tiny,
opposing round leaves on rigid stems that readily root when they contact
with the soil. This Pilea prefers lower humidity and drier soil.
12. Moon Valley Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata)
Moon Valley is cool little plant that grows to about 30cm tall and wide. They
have saw-tooth edged, chartreuse leaves with deep texturing.
13. Moses in a Cradle (Rhoeo discolor)
Rosette forming plant with bi-coloured leaves: olive above, purple below.

14. Pin Cushion or Plant (Nertera granadensis)

Also known as the Coral Bead Plant. A native ground cover with cute orange
berries.
15. Nerve Plant (Fittonia verchaffeltii)
This tropical plant has distinctively patterned leaves in pink, burgundy and
green with white veins. It thrives under the moist, warm air of a terrarium
and will only reach 30cm when mature.

16. Pink Polka Dot (Hypoestes phyllostachya)

An ornamental plant with green leaves and white to red spots. Grows best in
a humid environment.

Moderate or dappled light loving plants

17. Aluminum Plant (Pilea cadierei)
These are fast growing, easy to care for plants that branch freely and grow
30-40cm tall. Their fleshy green leaves are accented with bold bands of
metallic silver.

18. Arrowhead Vine (Syngonium podophyllum)

Syngoniums are fast growing vines that grow to about 1m. Choose from
green, copper, and variegated varieties.
19. Artillery Plant (Pilea microphylla)
The Artillery Plant forms an umbrella-like canopy of tiny, bright green leaves
on fleshy, 12-24cm stems. Excellent plant for terrarium environments.
20. Asparagus or Emerald Fern (Protasparagus setaceus)
The lacy, delicate fronds make them a striking addition to any terrarium.
Their vines can be kept to a compact size by regularly removing the tips from
new growth. Just dont plant outdoors as its considered a weed in some
states.

21. Baby Tears (Soleirolia soleirolii)

Excellent, moss-like ground cover plant for open terrariums. Soil is best kept
constantly moist but water on the tiny foliage should be avoided. Can be
propagated by division.
22. Begonia Rex (Begonia rex-cultorum)
Known for the beautiful painted patterns on the foliage. Needs indirect light,
higher humidity, and peaty soil. Water on foliage should be avoided.

23. Birds Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus)

A tropical, epiphytic fern that colonises trees or rock faces in nature. Requires
warmth, high humidity, moderate light and rich, well draining soil.
24. Black Mondo Grass
This grass sends up shoots of strappy leaves that turn from green to black,
with delicate flowers appearing in spring. Works best for larger terrariums.
25. Emerald Ripple Peperomia (Peperomia caperata)
Mounding 24cm plant with deeply corrugated, heart shaped leaves.

Low light loving plants

26. Golden Club Moss (Lycopodium clavatum)

Club Mosses prefers cooler temperatures, low to moderate light, good air
circulation and moist, rich soil.

27. Heart Leaf Philodendron (Philodendron scandens)

This climbing plant has dark green, heart-shaped leaves. It prefers to be kept
slightly rootbound in rich, moist soil.
28. Prayer Plant (Maranta leucoreura)
A stunning plant with green variegated leaves which lie flat by day and fold
up erect in the evening hence the name. Prefers high humidity and well
drained, slightly peaty soil.
29. Purple Passion Plant (Gynura aurantiaca)
Its known for its finely serrated green leaves, densely covered with purple
hairs. The leaf undersides are also hairy, giving the whole plant an iridescent,
velvety sheen. Prefers bright light but should be protected from full sun.

30. Rosary Vine (Ceropegia woodii)

Also known as the Chain of Hearts, this succulent vine has attractive green
heart-shaped leaves, while the slender flowers resemble a small pink vase.
31. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Super easy to grow and propagate. Needs evenly moist soil, prefers cooler
temperatures.

32. Starfish Plant (Cryptanthus bivittatus)

A member of the Bromeliad family, the strap-like leaves glow with iridescent
stripes, which range from red to maroon, white, and deep green. It only
reaches 12cm which is great for a terrarium.
33. Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera)
This popular, indoor plant has burgundy stalks and strawberry-shaped
leaves. Its easily propagated from cuttings and prefers rich soil.
34. Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus australis)
Swedish Ivy is a fast growing, spreading, evergreen perennial. They have
slightly rounded, waxy, glossy green leaves with scalloped edges and
produce pink, lilac or white flowers.

35. Tahitian Bridal Veil (Gibasis geniculata0)

Creeping or hanging plant, native to Jamaica. Prefers bright indirect light,
high humidity and moderately rich, well draining soil.
36. Watermelon Peperomia (Peperomia argyreia)
These tropical plants generally have thick stems and fleshy, variegated
leaves, grows to 24cm.

37. Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa)

Zebra Plants are extremely showy evergreen plants with pairs of shiny, 1218cm lance shaped green leaves, boldly variegated with cream, white or
silvery striped veins.

Remember, its best to combine plants that have similar temperature, light and water
requirements so that theyll all live happily together.
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