{"product_id":"et-plantation-soil-26-4l-bag-pt2782","title":"Exo Terra Plantation Soil Coconut Fibre Substrate 26.4L – PT2782","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ET Plantation Soil (PT2782) is a natural coconut husk fibre substrate sourced from tropical Asian plantations, compressed for straightforward storage and expansion. It is suited to a wide range of humid-environment setups — particularly for keepers working with frogs, salamanders, burrowing species, or any vivarium where maintaining ambient moisture is a priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNatural Source, Practical Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from compressed coconut husk fibre, this is an entirely natural, plant-derived substrate with no synthetic additives. Once expanded, the loose fibrous texture holds moisture effectively, making it a reliable choice for tropical and subtropical terrariums where humidity needs to remain consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHumidity and Burrowing Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe substrate's hygroscopic properties allow it to absorb and gradually release moisture, helping to stabilise humidity levels within the enclosure. Its texture also provides adequate depth and give for burrowing and digging species, supporting natural behaviour without compacting aggressively over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncubation and Live Plant Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as an incubation medium thanks to its moisture-retaining properties — can be dampened and maintained at consistent humidity for egg incubation setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with live planted terrarium setups, providing a nutritional growing medium for tropical plant species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely safe for use with frogs, salamanders, and other sensitive species that come into direct contact with their substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFormat and Volume\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a compressed brick in a 26.4L bag (PT2782), this size is practical for larger vivarium builds or for keepers who maintain multiple enclosures. The compressed format reduces storage footprint before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dependable, multipurpose substrate that earns its place in any tropical or humid vivarium setup — whether you are housing amphibians, digging reptiles, incubating eggs, or establishing a planted terrarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148495638865,"sku":"SHP023","price":18.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/SHP023_1.jpg?v=1782599442","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/et-plantation-soil-26-4l-bag-pt2782","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}