Exo Terra Silk Plant Abutilon

The Exo Terra Silk Plant Abutilon is a detailed artificial vivarium plant designed for reptile and amphibian keepers who want a lush, natural-looking enclosure without the demands of live planting. Available in a range of sizes to suit terrariums of different scale, these silk plants work across the full spectrum of setups — from tropical to arid — where live plants simply won't survive.

Where Live Plants Fall Short

High temperatures, low humidity, UV exposure, and plant-eating species all make live planting difficult or impossible in many terrariums. These artificial plants are modelled as exact replicas of their natural counterparts, giving you the visual depth and naturalistic finish of a planted enclosure without the compromises. They hold up in conditions that would kill or stress real vegetation.

More Than Decoration

Artificial plants aren't just aesthetic — they serve real behavioural functions inside the enclosure. They create additional cover and hiding spots, break up sightlines to reduce stress in shy or territorial species, and effectively extend the usable surface area of the terrarium. When combined with live plants, they allow full planting coverage even in the hottest or driest zones where nothing living would take hold.

Practical to Keep

Unlike live plants, there's no watering, pruning, fertilising, or light scheduling required. The Abutilon design maintains its appearance over time and can be repositioned, rearranged, or transferred between setups as your collection changes.

Choosing the Right Size

The Exo Terra Silk Plant Abutilon is available in small, medium, and large — select the size that best fits your enclosure layout and the species you're keeping. Mixing sizes creates a more natural, layered appearance and ensures cover at different levels of the terrarium.