wat are the common names of some south american native house plants that are sturdy and safe for my basilisk tank becuase i dont know any
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Basilisks are very strong animals and if you want to do a planted terrarium with this lizard first of you will need the biggest possible terrarium. Second it must be well iluminated by florescent ligths to ensure good growth. Many plants will do but be prepared to replace them if need be and that after a few weeks they can become really ripped. Pothos, Dracaena sp, Ficus elastica, spider plant, Tillandsia sp, Sanseveria and Monstera will do. Google this names. Also dont forget any plant brough from a nursery must remain for a few mouths outside in a shady position so that the plant can rid herself of any quemical that is dangerous for your lizard.
You are looking for a biotope? Of the plants listed by Coura, Tillandsia and Monstera are from the range of the basilisks. Peace lilies, Dieffenbachia, Chamaedorea palms, large Philodendron species, and large spineless bromeliads such as some Guzmania and Vriesia species would also be appropriate. Like Coura said, even big tough plants are likely to receive some damage.
Noto;3637514; said:
i think i can get some small peace lilies and chamaedorea palms from my local petco but how do i nuetralize chemicals on other plants without puting them outside, it is rather cold outside.
cudamaster13;3644968; said:
how do i neutralize bad chemicals on plants that way it is safe for my lizards?
I suggest you buy the biggest plants you can fit in the enclosure. Small plants will be demolished by the lizards. Nurseries and home centers will have good-sized peace lilies and palms for reasonable prices. While you are there, go ahead and get some sturdy clay planters to keep them in, so they have plenty of room to grow and so the lizards won't tip them over. Be sure the planters have drainage.
Take the plant out of its pot and remove as much soil as you can without damaging the roots. Rinse it thoroughly with lukewarm water. Repot in the planter with some gravel or potsherds in the bottom and a good pesticide-free potting mixture. It is probably a good idea to add some heavy pebbles to the top to keep the lizards from digging in the pot.
Once the plant is in place, soak the soil. Even with the best of care it is likely you damaged the roots, so be sure to overwater for a few weeks while the roots grow back; then you can slack off.
Take the plant out of its pot and remove as much soil as you can without damaging the roots. Rinse it thoroughly with lukewarm water. Repot in the planter with some gravel or potsherds in the bottom and a good pesticide-free potting mixture. It is probably a good idea to add some heavy pebbles to the top to keep the lizards from digging in the pot.
Once the plant is in place, soak the soil. Even with the best of care it is likely you damaged the roots, so be sure to overwater for a few weeks while the roots grow back; then you can slack off.
Noto;3645654; said:
i was just going to add soil to the bottom of my tank then put the cypress bedding on top of the soil but how do i remove pesticide on the plant itself? oh i also wanted to know is since i have a huge water bowl is it okay if i add a couple amazon frogbit or one water hyacinth to it?
I cant leave you guys alone by one day or two cant I?Noto;3637514; said:
Peace lilies and Dieffenbachia are DEADLY for lizards(and very toxic for humans by that matter)! Even if basilisks are not prone to eat vegetation its simply NOT WORTH IT. Bad things some way or another allways find a way to happen with thouse plants. Also I find Dieffenbachia very hard to keep in a terrarium, the leafs get burned and dry very easily, and the plant is prone to rot. It wont last long with a lizard with sharp claws!