Live Food Plant Plantain

Plantain is one of the most reliably accepted edible plants for herbivorous and omnivorous reptiles, offering a living source of fresh nutrition that can go straight into the enclosure or be grown on and harvested as needed. This is a genuine food plant — not decorative — supplied by ProRep in a 10cm pot and certified 100% organic, grown without pesticides.

Why Plantain Works as a Live Food

Reptiles that graze — tortoises, uromastyx, green iguanas, and similar species — tend to accept plantain readily. It provides vitamins and variety that dried or processed foods cannot replicate, and having a living plant in the enclosure encourages natural foraging behaviour.

How to Use It

The pot can be placed directly into a vivarium or terrarium, allowing your reptile to graze at its own pace. Alternatively, keep it on a windowsill and cut stems as required for feeding — this extends the life of the plant and gives you a longer-lasting supply.

Organic and Safe

This plant is certified organic and has been raised without pesticides, so there is no need to wash or treat it before feeding. That matters when you are feeding directly to reptiles that are sensitive to chemical residues. It is also accepted by some birds and mammals, making it a versatile addition if you keep mixed species.

A simple, practical live food that delivers fresh nutrition on the reptile's own terms — a straightforward upgrade over dried or frozen alternatives.

• Free delivery to UK mainland addresses on orders over £79.
• In-stock items ordered before 12pm Monday to Friday usually ship the same day.
• Standard vivariums go free next working day; the largest sizes travel by pallet.
• Live animals and custom vivariums have a £50 delivery charge. Custom vivariums take approximately 2 to 4 weeks to build.

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