Exo Terra Silk Plant Ficus

The Exo Terra Silk Plant Ficus brings realistic foliage into terrariums where live plants simply cannot survive. Available in a range of sizes to suit enclosures of different scale, it gives keepers a practical way to add natural-looking greenery without the maintenance demands of living vegetation.

Built for the Conditions Live Plants Cannot Handle

High temperatures, low humidity, intense basking spots, and species that graze or uproot — these are all environments that defeat live plants quickly. Artificial plants designed for terrarium use sidestep all of that, staying in place and looking the part regardless of the conditions inside the enclosure.

Modelled on the Real Thing

The Ficus design is based closely on its natural counterpart, replicating leaf shape, colouration, and structure with enough detail to read as authentic within a planted setup. This makes it a credible addition alongside live plants, hardscape, or other decor rather than an obvious substitute.

Functional as Well as Decorative

Beyond appearance, artificial plants serve a genuine purpose inside the terrarium. They provide additional cover and visual breaks that help occupants feel secure, extend the usable space within the enclosure, and can be positioned precisely where a live plant would struggle — directly under a heat lamp or at the dry end of a bioactive setup, for example.

Combining with Live Plants

One of the strongest uses for the Silk Plant Ficus range is alongside real planting. Live plants tend to thrive in cooler, more humid zones, while artificial plants can fill in the areas where those conditions are not met. The result is a fully planted-looking terrarium across every section of the enclosure.

Choosing the right size comes down to your enclosure dimensions and the coverage you are looking to achieve — the available options on this page let you match the plant to your specific setup without overpowering or underlining the space.