Exo Terra Forest Plant Abutilon
Exo Terra Forest Plant Abutilon
Realistic hanging foliage that never needs light, water or trimming. The Exo Terra Forest Plant Abutilon is a silk replica of an abutilon plant, built to hang or stand in a terrarium and give reptiles and amphibians visual cover and climbing structure without the care a live plant demands. It's sold in Small and Large sizes and is a common choice for quarantine and hospital tanks, where live plants often aren't practical.
Key features
- Realistic silk leaf replica — closely mimics real abutilon foliage for a natural-looking terrarium without live-plant upkeep.
- Non-toxic, sturdy material — safe to have in an enclosure with an animal that noses or climbs on its furnishings.
- Rinse-clean and disinfect — no soil, no light requirement, no risk of the plant dying back or rotting.
- Adds usable 3D space — hangs from the enclosure top or wall, or lays across the floor, to create hides and visual barriers that reduce stress in a new or shy animal.
- Suction-mounted — comes with suction cups so it can be fixed to the enclosure wall or hung, or simply placed on the floor.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Small — SKU | RP60 |
| Small — barcode | 015561230322 |
| Large — SKU | RP66 |
| Large — barcode | 015561230520 |
| Material | Non-toxic silk-leaf replica on a bendable, twistable stem |
| Mounting | Suction cups included; can also be hung or laid on the enclosure floor |
Exo Terra doesn't publish exact height and width figures for this range, so treat Small and Large as relative sizes rather than fixed measurements — check the product photo against your enclosure's dimensions before ordering, or contact us if you need an estimate before you buy.
Which size do I need?
The Small suits nano and standard cube terrariums where you want a single accent plant without crowding the floor space. The Large suits taller or larger enclosures, or setups where you're building up several layers of cover for a shy or arboreal species. Both can be used together in a bigger display for a fuller look.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suited to geckos, small to medium lizards, frogs and other terrarium animals that benefit from visual cover and climbing structure, including quarantine and hospital tanks where a live plant isn't practical. Not a source of humidity or air quality benefit the way a live plant is, and not a substitute for UVB-appropriate basking cover in enclosures that need one.
Care and maintenance
Rinse with clean water before first use and periodically afterwards, wiping down and disinfecting to remove waste and any build-up. Air dry before returning it to the enclosure.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law as a standard terrarium decor item. Ships standard.
Goes well with
- A moss mat or bioactive substrate as a floor base
- A hide positioned beneath or beside the foliage for extra security
- The other size in this range, if you're layering cover in a larger enclosure
Common questions
Is this a live plant or an artificial one?
Artificial — it's a silk replica, so there's no lighting, watering or feeding requirement, and no risk of it dying back in a quarantine or low-light setup.
Is it safe if my reptile or amphibian chews on it?
It's made from a non-toxic material, but as with any furnishing, keep an eye on animals that persistently chew or pick at decor and remove any item that starts to fray or shed material.
Can I use it in a bioactive enclosure alongside live plants?
Yes, it's commonly used to fill gaps while live plants establish, or as permanent structure in areas too shaded for live foliage to thrive.
How do I attach it to the enclosure?
It comes with suction cups for mounting to glass or acrylic walls, and can also be hung from mesh tops or simply laid across the floor.
