How do plants survive in a terrarium?

Answer 1

The terrarium is an enclosed/ contained environment and creates its own micro-climate within the container. Water transpires from the plant in the form or water vapour, this is trapped in the container and condenses back into water on the sides of the container and then runs back down the sides and into the soil. It is then taken up into the plant via osmosis and the cycle continues.

The same applies to old leaves, they die and decompose within the terrarium returning their nutrients back to the soil.

The only time a little water is added is when the plant has grown substantially, then a top-up may be required as the plant requires more water than the closed system currently contains. Additionally a little extra fertiliser may be required to sustain the increased growth at the nutrients within the container are also limited.

Answer 2

The plants in your terrarium should be watered with some water before being enclosed/sealed up. Based on the concept of the water cycle, the water will evaporate and condense on the cover of your terrarium, which then drips down into the soil. The water will be taken up by the plant and the cycle continues.

Answer 3

Terrariums should be watered with some water before sealed up. Based on the water cycle, the water evaporates and condenses on your terrarium cover and drips back down to the soil. The plants will then take in the water and the cycle continues.

Answer 4

Plants in a terrarium survive by creating their own mini-ecosystem. They recycle moisture through transpiration and condensation, and they absorb nutrients from the soil they are planted in. Proper lighting, temperature, and humidity levels also help to create a suitable environment for plant survival.