{"product_id":"zoo-med-chestnut-bromeliad","title":"Zoo Med Chestnut Bromeliad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic bromeliad greenery with none of the upkeep a live plant needs.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Zoo Med Chestnut Bromeliad is an artificial terrarium plant built to bring the look of a lush tropical understorey to a terrarium or paludarium without watering, feeding or lighting requirements. Its leaves are water-resistant, and a root stake anchors it securely into substrate so it will not shift or float loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-resistant leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e — handles humidity, misting and paludarium splash zones without degrading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy root stake\u003c\/strong\u003e — pushes into substrate for a secure, natural-looking hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBromeliad-style rosette shape\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cupped centre reads as a natural drinking or dipping point for arboreal species that use bromeliad wells in the wild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero-maintenance greenery\u003c\/strong\u003e — no light, fertiliser or trimming needed, so it holds its look in low-light enclosures where live plants struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturalistic Flora — Chestnut Bromeliad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer item number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBU-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM902\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtificial terrarium plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLeaf finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot stake, push into substrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for terrariums, paludariums and vivariums housing reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates that benefit from cover and naturalistic decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as a low-maintenance alternative or supplement to live planting, including in low-light setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a substitute for live plants where an animal's care sheet calls for genuine foliage to graze, or where a bioactive setup depends on living plants for humidity and gas exchange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe down or rinse periodically to clear dust and substrate build-up. The water-resistant leaves tolerate regular misting and light splashing in paludarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional Naturalistic Flora pieces to build a layered planting scheme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCork bark or driftwood for a mixed hardscape backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA root-stake background vine to fill vertical space above the bromeliad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Zoo Med's standard product warranty against manufacturing defects. Ships as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill the leaves fade or degrade over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med builds the Naturalistic Flora range with water-resistant leaves intended for long-term display; exact fade resistance under UVB or basking lamps is not published by the manufacturer, so keep an eye on colour over months of use under high-output lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a paludarium's water section?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are water-resistant and the piece is designed to handle humidity and splash, but it is not sold as a fully submersible aquarium plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it need trimming or feeding like a live plant?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is fully artificial, so there is no watering, fertilising or pruning required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for animals to climb or rest on?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is built for terrarium display and handling by terrarium occupants, with a stake designed to stay anchored in substrate rather than tip under light climbing weight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293331931427,"sku":"ZM902","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/zoo-med-chestnut-bromeliad-43180153864483.webp?v=1790235222","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/zoo-med-chestnut-bromeliad","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}