Exo Terra Boston Fern Medium Artificial Vivarium Plant PT-2995

The ET Boston Fern Medium (PT-2995) is a detailed artificial terrarium plant designed for reptile and amphibian enclosures where live planting isn't practical. Whether conditions are too hot, too dry, or occupied by species that would simply eat live vegetation, this fern delivers the visual and functional benefits of real planting without the maintenance demands.

A Realistic Alternative to Live Plants

Modelled closely on its natural counterpart, this artificial Boston fern replicates the appearance of live foliage with enough detail to sit convincingly alongside real plants. It holds its shape and colour in conditions that would stress or kill living specimens, making it suitable for arid, high-temperature, or heavily lit setups.

Functional as Well as Decorative

Artificial plants in a vivarium do more than look natural. The ET Boston Fern Medium provides cover and visual breaks within the enclosure, helping to reduce stress in shy or skittish species and giving animals additional areas to explore or shelter within. It effectively extends the usable space of the terrarium at ground or mid-level.

Combining Artificial and Live Planting

This fern works particularly well as part of a mixed planting approach. Use live species in the cooler or more moderate areas of a terrarium and place the ET Boston Fern Medium in the hotter, drier zones where live plants struggle — achieving a fully planted look throughout the entire enclosure without compromise.

Low Maintenance, Long-Term Use

Unlike live plants, this fern requires no specialist lighting, watering, fertilising, or replacement when conditions change. It can be rinsed clean and repositioned as needed, making it a practical long-term addition to any vivarium setup.

For keepers who want a well-planted enclosure without the limitations of live vegetation, the ET Boston Fern Medium is a straightforward, species-appropriate solution that holds up in the demanding conditions reptile and amphibian setups often present.