Rainforest Terrarium Plants
Terrariums are small ecosystems where different types of plants live together. Closed system terrariums don't require much work. Plants only need to be pruned occasionally and watered every few weeks. Creating a rainforest terrarium allows you to observe how the parts of an ecosystem work together. Does this Spark an idea?
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Fern Leaf Begonia
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As its name suggests, fern leaf begonias resemble ferns. The main stem is red with alternately spaced lateral stems containing 10 to 12 compound leaves with deeply cut margins. Both male and female flowers grow on the same plant. Flowers contain pink petals that bloom year-round. Fern leaf begonias need to be grown in a closed environment terrarium because they require at least 70 percent humidity.
Dwarf Croton
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Another common name for croton plant is Joseph's Coat. Crotons have stiff, leathery leaves that are yellow, pink, red, orange and green. They like humid air, moist soil and lots of sun. Their sap is poisonous. Dwarf crotons grow to be about one foot tall.
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Watermelon Dischidia
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The 1/2-inch-long leaves of the Watermelon Dischidia resemble little watermelons and turn a reddish color in the sun. This plant is grown for its leaves, since the greenish-yellow flowers are neither showy nor fragrant. Dischidias need plenty of light and well-drained soil.
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References
- The American Begonia Society Save Our Species Newsletter; Begonia albo-coccinea; Tom Keepin; Number 12, 2009
- Guide To Houseplants: Care Tips for Growing Croton Plants Indoors
- Southern Living: Fill Your Yard With Flowers; Steve Bender; April 2009
- Gardino Nursery: Dischidia Ovata
- Brooklyn Botanic Gardens; Terrariums To The Rescue; Tovah Martin; Jan. 6, 2011
- Photo Credit Ryan McVay/Lifesize/Getty Images Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
