Terrarium & Paludarium Plants
Bring a slice of the tropics indoors with live terrarium and paludarium plants, hardy, humidity-loving species that thrive in closed terrariums, vivariums and the planted land zone of paludariums. From colourful bromeliads to easy-care air plants and miniature foliage, these are the plants that turn a glass box into a living landscape.
What are terrarium and paludarium plants?
Terrarium and paludarium plants are tropical species that love warmth and humidity. In a closed terrarium, they enjoy the still, moist air; in a vivarium, they share space with reptiles or amphibians; and in a paludarium, they grow in the emersed land section above the waterline. Bromeliads (such as Neoregelia and Guzmania), Tillandsia air plants and compact foliage plants are all classic choices.
Best plants for closed terrariums, vivariums and paludariums
- Bromeliads - bold colour and a central cup that suits humid setups.
- Air plants (Tillandsia) - no soil needed; perfect for open and glass terrariums.
- Miniature foliage plants - small, slow growers ideal for closed terrariums.
How to care for terrarium plants in India
Most terrarium plants want bright, indirect light, high humidity and gentle, regular moisture rather than soggy soil. In India’s warm climate, they grow well indoors year-round; mist air plants a few times a week and keep closed terrariums out of direct sun to avoid overheating. These plants are grown for the humid land and emersed zones — they are not aquatic and should not be fully submerged.
Frequently asked questions
Are bromeliads air plants?
Some are. Many bromeliads, including Tillandsia, are epiphytic air plants that take moisture and nutrients from the air rather than soil, which makes them excellent terrarium and vivarium plants.
Can terrarium plants go underwater in a paludarium?
No. These are plants for the humid land or emersed section of a paludarium, above the waterline, not for full submersion.
Where can I buy terrarium and paludarium plants online in India?
Right here at Fish Bazaar, we ship live terrarium and paludarium plants across India, carefully packed for the journey.
