Product description
Labisia sp. 'Turtle Back' is a rare, slow-growing tropical terrarium plant from Southeast Asia, prized for its textured, elliptical leaves that resemble a turtle shell. It requires high humidity (70%+), indirect light, and consistently moist, well-draining soil. It is ideal for terrariums and vivariums, thriving in warm, stable environments.
Care and Cultivation
Light: Prefers low to medium indirect light; avoid direct sun.
Humidity: Thrives in very high humidity, ideally 70-90%, making it perfect for enclosed, tropical setups.
Water: Needs consistent moisture. The soil should never dry out completely.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix, often suitable for terrariums.
Temperature: Prefers warm to hot, stable temperatures.
Growth: Slow grower with leaves that can grow up to 12 inches, though often sold as smaller 4–6 inch specimens
Shipping & policies
Estimated shipping date:Â To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
Product description
Labisia sp. 'Turtle Back' is a rare, slow-growing tropical terrarium plant from Southeast Asia, prized for its textured, elliptical leaves that resemble a turtle shell. It requires high humidity (70%+), indirect light, and consistently moist, well-draining soil. It is ideal for terrariums and vivariums, thriving in warm, stable environments.
Care and Cultivation
Light: Prefers low to medium indirect light; avoid direct sun.
Humidity: Thrives in very high humidity, ideally 70-90%, making it perfect for enclosed, tropical setups.
Water: Needs consistent moisture. The soil should never dry out completely.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix, often suitable for terrariums.
Temperature: Prefers warm to hot, stable temperatures.
Growth: Slow grower with leaves that can grow up to 12 inches, though often sold as smaller 4–6 inch specimens
Shipping & policies
Estimated shipping date:Â To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
Accepted payment methods
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