Marcgravia sp.
Marcgravia are shingling climbers from the tropical rainforest — juvenile leaves press flat against surfaces as the plant climbs, creating a stunning tiled effect. A true collector plant for high-humidity vivarium and paludarium builds. Supplied as a rooted cutting.
This plant is available on enquiry. Get in touch and we'll confirm availability and pricing.
Enquire about this plantCare guide
Light
Medium indirect light.
Watering
Emersed. Keep substrate and background moist.
Humidity
80–100%.
Temperature
20–28°C.
Grower's tip
Provide a vertical surface — cork bark or foam background — for the plant to shingle against. Mist regularly.
Difficulty
Needs consistent care and attention to thrive.
You might also like
View all
Ficus Pumila (Creeping Fig)
Ficus pumila is a vigorous, self-clinging climber that covers backgrounds and hardscape with a dense mat of tiny, heart-shaped leaves. One of the fastest and most effective background plants available — creates a living wall effect within months.
Peperomia Prostrata
String of Turtles — a trailing peperomia with tiny, round leaves patterned like tortoiseshell. Cascades beautifully from ledges and overhangs in humid builds. One of the most charming small plants for paludariums and terrariums.
Java Moss
The classic paludarium moss. Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) attaches readily to wood, rock and mesh, forming lush green carpets or trailing curtains. Incredibly hardy and tolerant of a wide range of conditions — the perfect foundation plant for any build.