Moss, Plants & Leaf Litter
Add life and function to your bioactive setup with our selection of live mosses, hardy tropical plants, and natural leaf litter. Monarch Reptiles provides high-quality greenery that helps maintain humidity and supports your cleanup crew. Available in-store or online.
La Swamp Bioactive - Bamboo Leaves 1.0 oz
Bamboo Leaves are an excellent leaf litter you can use in a terrarium, vivarium or aquarium. They are large and make a great focal point in your leaf litter.Using Bamboo Leaves in a TerrariumLeaf litter not only helps with providing a naturalistic appearance, but the leaves also provide hiding spots for animals such as dart frogs and small reptiles. Even snakes will enjoy hiding under the leaves.Additionally, micro fauna like springtails and isopods will use the decomposing leaves as food. In the forest, the leaf..
$11.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Cashew Leaves 0.5oz
Cashew Leaves are an excellent leaf litter that you can use in a terrarium, vivarium or aquarium. They also make a tasty treat for your isopods and springtails in a bioactive terrariumCashew leaves come from the Anacardium occidentale, that produce the Cashew nut we all love to eat.Using Cashew Leaves in a TerrariumLeaf litter not only helps with providing a naturalistic appearance, the leaves also provide hiding spots for animals such as dart frogs and small reptiles. Even snakes will enjoy hiding under the leaves.Add..
$6.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Catappa Leaves 0.5oz
Catappa Leaves are the quintessential leaf litter for any Blackwater, naturalistic aquarium. They have powerful tannins that tint the water, buffer pH, plus boast antibacterial and antifungal properties. Catappa leaves are frequently used by fish and shrimp keepers to condition water.They do so by allowing the natural tannins, locked inside the Catappa leaves to seep into their fish water. This helps maintain or alter the pH level in aquarium water. Adding tannins is a very common practice for many freshwater fish and ..
$6.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Coconut Petals (x5)
Coconut petals are a valuable addition to bioactive vivariums, offering both aesthetic and functional benefits. These pods provide natural hiding spots and climbing surfaces for small reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, enriching their environment and promoting natural behaviors. As the pods break down over time, they release essential nutrients into the substrate, supporting the growth of beneficial microorganisms and contributing to a healthy ecosystem. The texture and structure of coconut petals also help maintain hu..
$9.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Dragea Pods (x10)
Dragea tree pods are a valuable addition to bioactive vivariums, offering both aesthetic and functional benefits. These pods provide natural hiding spots and climbing surfaces for small reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, enriching their environment and promoting natural behaviors. As the pods break down over time, they release essential nutrients into the substrate, supporting the growth of beneficial microorganisms and contributing to a healthy ecosystem. The texture and structure of Dragea tree pods also help maintai..
$9.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Ficus Pumila
Add vibrant life and lush beauty to your enclosure with live tropical plants from La Swamp Bioactive. These plants not only enhance the natural look of your bioactive terrarium, creating a dense and visually striking habitat, but they also play a vital role in maintaining tank health. By improving humidity, aiding in waste breakdown, and providing shelter for your animals, tropical plants help establish a balanced, self-sustaining ecosystem that mimics nature at its best...
$8.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Khaya Pods (x3)
Khaya tree pods are a valuable addition to bioactive vivariums, offering both aesthetic and functional benefits. These pods provide natural hiding spots and climbing surfaces for small reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, enriching their environment and promoting natural behaviors. As the pods break down over time, they release essential nutrients into the substrate, supporting the growth of beneficial microorganisms and contributing to a healthy ecosystem. The texture and structure of Khaya tree pods also help maintain ..
$9.99
La Swamp Bioactive - Tamarind Leaves 1.0oz
Leaf litter in a bioactive reptile terrarium serves both functional and aesthetic purposes. Functionally, it provides a natural substrate that supports beneficial microorganisms, aiding in the breakdown of waste and contributing to a healthier environment for the reptile. This natural decomposition process also enriches the soil with nutrients, promoting plant growth and maintaining humidity levels. Aesthetically, leaf litter mimics the reptile's natural habitat, creating a visually appealing and realistic environment that r..
$9.99