Exo Terra Boston Fern
Exo Terra Boston Fern
Realistic cover that never needs a trim. The Exo Terra Boston Fern is a synthetic terrarium plant that replicates the fine, layered fronds of a real Boston fern, giving reptiles and amphibians somewhere to shelter without any of the light, soil or humidity needs of a living plant. It's available in Small and Medium sizes.
Key features
- Realistic frond detail — closely modelled on the real plant, so it blends in alongside genuine live planting.
- No care required — no soil, light, feeding or trimming; wipe down as part of your normal tank clean.
- Creates usable cover — the layered fronds give smaller reptiles and amphibians somewhere to retreat and feel secure.
- Non-toxic, easy-clean material — rinses clean and can be disinfected between uses.
- Two sizes — Small and Medium, so you can match the plant to the footprint of the enclosure.
Which size do I need?
Both sizes share the same fern design; Medium is the larger of the two and suits a bigger enclosure or a more filled-out planted look, while Small suits compact terrariums or where the fern is one of several plants. Compare the listing photos against your enclosure footprint before ordering, since exact printed dimensions are not published by the manufacturer for this range.
Specifications
| Sizes available | Small (SKU RP171) and Medium (SKU RP172) |
|---|---|
| Material | Non-toxic synthetic plant material |
| Use | Terrarium and paludarium decoration; can be combined with live plants |
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suited to any dry or humid terrarium setup, quarantine tanks, or spots where live plants won't survive — and to filling out a live-planted enclosure with extra cover. Not a substitute for live planting where a species specifically benefits from real foliage, humidity buffering or a food-safe plant.
Care and maintenance
Rinse under water to remove substrate or waste build-up, and disinfect periodically as part of your regular enclosure cleaning. No feeding, lighting or trimming needed.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships standard.
Goes well with
- Genuine live terrarium plants, to thicken up the overall planting
- Background and substrate products that suit the same rainforest or humid setup
- Other Exo Terra hide and decor pieces for a layered enclosure look
Common questions
Will this work in a bioactive or live-planted enclosure?
Yes — it's designed to be mixed in with real plants to add extra cover without waiting for live planting to fill in.
Does it need any light or humidity?
No. It's a synthetic replica, so it needs no light, water or humidity to stay looking good.
How do I clean it?
Rinse with water to remove any build-up and disinfect as part of your normal enclosure cleaning routine.
What's the difference between Small and Medium?
Size only — both use the same fern design. Medium is the larger option; compare the listing photos to your enclosure before choosing.
