How to build a Paludarium (Vivarium)

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This video is the first of a series where I plan on building up the levels of an ecosystem in this enclosure. If you plan building this yourself, I will gladly answer any questions you have in the comments below.
This project was built over the course of about a month and there were weeks of preparation beforehand. It's still not finished, and I plan on adding more plants/hardscape overtime. If I had only one piece of advice I could give it would be to TAKE YOUR TIME. It took me hours and hours to get the hardscape and plants right. It will be worth it in the long run.
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PLANTS (most of them):
Alocasia Ivory Coast
Micro Heterophylla
Masd. Erinacia
Masd. Bucculenta
Masd. Nidifica
Cryptanthus 'Cafe au Lait'
Cryptanthus 'Absolute Zero'
Cryptanthus 'Red Star'
Peperomia Rosso
Peperomia Metallica
Peperomia Emarginella
Oak Leaf Creeping Fig
Bolbitis Heteroclita
Ludisia Discolor Alba
Monstera Swiss Cheese
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@emilydurkee8664 2 года назад

Seriously amazing! I dream of the day I could have the money and creativity to build something like this. Thank you for sharing!

@christianmarx3249 2 года назад

its not that expensive

@NolanFacer878 2 года назад

I'm sure if you work on a tight budget and try to make as cheap as possible you can do it.

@johndardani9224 2 года назад

Depending on where you live you can collect from your local area. Start small then get bigger set ups. You can do it

@aaronnash1776 Год назад

Same! And having the space too would be wonderful. I'm looking forward to making a whole room for aquariums and putting a study in it🙏🏻. Where would you put your paludarium?

@FishLegs4You Год назад

@@christianmarx3249 hmmm, yes yes something over 3K dollars is cheap

@PrpleSky 2 года назад

If I could even afford it, I would honestly pay you to make these. This is amazing

@techgirl1337 2 года назад

This is really masterful work. Tank mechanics are one thing, selecting flora and fauna that can thrive together in one ecosystem is entirely another. Very, very well done Sir.

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

I appreciate it!!

@Cote730 Год назад

Totally agree

@user-hk3kx8oz6p Год назад

totally amazing

@angelique7618 Год назад

"This piece of wood has more character than my high-school history teacher." You are a creative genius with a touch of comedic timing. Thank you.

@nurrdy 7 дней назад

Dude I played it back like wait wot LOL

@sagittarius_a3307 2 года назад

Would love to see your 9 hours of plant placement in time-lapse! Fabulous! Once you said it took you 9 hours placing plants, I'm not so embarrassed that a 7 gallon tank took me 5 hours to plant nicely. Well done!

@TheLushScape 11 месяцев назад

I calculated the price of everything and it’s over $1300😅

@Vorpal_Wit Год назад

Amazing! and YES, I would love to see a more detailed video on plant selection and installation.

@Lulab3ll3 2 года назад

Absolutely beautiful! That wood is stunning! Looking forward to checking out all your updates

@tagadae_ 2 года назад

one of the most complete video. I've been thinking about getting a palludarium for a long time. This video will become one of the ones I watch the most.

@Jude-to7lw 2 года назад

That’s absolutely beautiful, like a little garden of Eden.

@ThatGeckoGuy Год назад

If anyone is wondering the little palm tree you see is called Biophytum sensitivum also known as the little tree plant.

@ThatGeckoGuy Год назад

@UCDoovusJvFR-BtRwHqqG0kw i dont know where you live so you could probably try to find it yourself

@impe_r 10 месяцев назад

thanks

@Loskinhass 4 месяца назад

Thank's man, you are the Best! I really needed to know her name, sorry for the mistakes, I'm learning to speak English

@disliljake Год назад

This video is my inspiration for starting a beautiful paladarium like this thank you so much for showing the essential steps to make such a beautiful scape

@TheRealShunneth Год назад

I find your lisp utterly endearing. I could listen to you speak for hours

@floweryomi5351 5 месяцев назад

This is honestly probably the best vertical paludarium build I've seen in RU-vid in a hot minute my guy. And you make it look so much more simple than i thought it would need to be!

@jolie619 2 года назад

This is the best build I have seen! Thank you for sharing, your videos are great!

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@destinydenver2694 Год назад

Hey

@Sc0L1z 9 месяцев назад

@@TheDrPlantsHi ! What is the terrarium dimensions ?

@DOGE777--- 7 месяцев назад

@@Sc0L1zI dont think he's gonna answer that was a year ago

@Sc0L1z 7 месяцев назад

@@DOGE777--- 😭

@allgoodnamesrgone102 2 года назад

You, Asu, and Serpa design have to be my favourite RU-vidrs. I hope I can tackle something like this soon. I think ive found a new hobby!

@georgegach7 4 месяца назад

Huh past an hour or so just flew by after I first discovered this channel. The passion shined through even in these early days

@fergtz5712 Год назад

Dr. Plant! You truly are a terrarium genius! Thanks for being an inspiration for us all. Could you ever make a video on paludarium maintenance? I'm sure many of us wonder how to keep everything nice, clean, and healthy. Keep up the good work 😸

@Scalikov 2 года назад

Always wanted to give a terrarium a try. I greatly appreciate the step by step. Great work dude.

@edwardjames1768 Год назад

Literally reminds me of "Green Hell" the game... Simply stunning. The way the plants have grown on the wooden branches too! Amazing. Thanks for sharing buddie.

@susanziga5863 2 года назад

I've been wanting to build one for years... baby steps... workin on a terrium first👍🙂, thank for all your knowledge. I'm a fan for sure👍

@landonfitch3204 2 года назад

Idk why but I never thought of having the door as the side, genius idea man

@1971fallenangel 2 года назад

Incredible & beautiful!! Great job 😊

@readingroomcafeproject 4 месяца назад

love the idea of doing the background separately. it makes it much more likely that I'll be able to do this neatly.

@SchwarzSchwertkampfer Год назад

This man, understands the joy of the Sabbath an marveling at his masterpiece. This video is truly rewarding.

@ryandavis9398 4 месяца назад

Am I the only one who's wondering ,WHY THE ____ HAS HE NOT POSTED IN A YEAR?!?!!?!!?!?!?!!

@rickperisutti5516 22 дня назад

@moondewan 14 дней назад

He literally has. Looking at his current uploads he is uploading every 3 months. Also for him to record the progress of his built in a video he needs to wait for some time

@stickshiftman8433 12 дней назад

This is his first vid

@gardennurse935 2 года назад

Finally, a simple yet concise instruction on how to make paludarium.. thanks..

@mokong4427 2 года назад

Great set up. I'm looking for big lava rock pieces. I'm glad you listed everything.

@manons6984 2 года назад

❤️ It is so beautiful. And very pleasing to watch as well. Thank you. ☺️

@U_Geek Год назад

This is my favourite series,this and serpa design got me into planted terrarium although right now I only have the budget for jar terrariums and my first one finally settled in and it looks sooo nice too bad I need artificial lighting for any plant to survive in my room.

@amyjudy33 2 года назад

Awesome tank, and really good ideas you shared! You've given me some new plans I'll use in the dart frog vivarium I'm building. Thank you!

@ZIPPYZAPVR Месяц назад

The first

@jimdavis9005 Год назад

I have always wanted to build something like this. Thank you for the inspiration.

@mornecombrink6760 Год назад

Masterpiece. WELL DONE! Yes, please make a video explaining the plants please. I believe it is vital.

@emmathornton6871 2 года назад

Thanks so much dude, I’ve been stressing out about my frog’s terrarium and this video is not only helpful, it’s calming too. Again, thank you!!!!

@heyheyheizou Год назад

is that shinji ikari as a child in your profile picture-?

@SomeRandomDude11 Год назад

Found this channel a few months ago and it is really one of the best. All the builds are a work of art and it is really just a amazing channel

@EmpressOfExile206 10 месяцев назад

Only _one of the best⁉️_ Who's better besides Serpadesign? I would love to find some more channels doing super high end vivariums like this‼️ And I only put Tanner over the Dr. because 1. He gives *_way more detail_* on how to actually build his setups step by step and 2. While the Dr. _might_ have Serpa beat in complexity/beauty on some projects, more of Serpa's builds maximize efficiency and reduce the arbitrary "bells & whistles" (which leads to less maintenance and upkeep expenses) And he goes out of his way to make them as cost efficient as possible so regular people like me could realistically make something like this ourselves! While Dr. Plants is also very skilled, he streamlines his personal labor/diy alterations by shelling out top $ on all his materials! 🤑 I know I can't afford to shell out _thousands_ on enclosures just to make it an easier build/slightly cleaner end result 😂 Especially when I can make one that looks/functions 90% as good for a fraction of the $ plus few extra days/weeks of my own labor 🙃

@dud0636 Год назад

Thank you so much! I just went out to buy expanding foam and silicone to try make a build just like your one! now all i need is some wood and I cant wait to start

@Capris4EveR 2 года назад

That's takes some serious level of skill and dedication. Looks very relaxing. Wonderful man

@laurenisreading5003 2 года назад

I have to say, I loved your descriptions. 'This piece of wood has more character than my High School History Teacher' - particularly made me laugh. Made the video even better. My friend sent this over as they would like help trying to build one - this video will definitely help so thank you

@aarongray7817 Год назад

Thank you for your amazing videos, you've inspired me to make my own paludarium. I can't wait to have my own slice of the rain forest in my house!

@hyperspade5353 10 месяцев назад

Same

@Alexandre-Santos-NLTF 3 месяца назад

I never seen a better terrarium build, keep it up. We need more videos...

@maelstrom143 Год назад

Beautiful paludarium. Well worth the effort that went into the build. I like the mister setup.

@erikm8372 2 года назад

I know, I'm late, but personally I'd love a video detailing the plants. Of course, I already know the names🤫🤣 lol, Would love to hear you talk more about the individual species tho…In my never-ending search of bioactive/aquascape videos, yours have really been inspiring to me, since randomly finding them😊I've been doing this since I was 18 (like 2005) but I'm kinda obsessing over your design ethic & style right now. It def inspires me after watching any of your vids, even if it's just getting outside to my garden. So thank you 😇Erik in San Diego

@sunnyjacinthe7801 2 года назад

I'm picking up my tank tomorrow to start this. Thanks for the videos, seriously inspiring.

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

That’s so exciting! I’d love to see how it comes out. If you want, DM me your finished tank on instagram @thedrplants

@sunnyjacinthe7801 2 года назад

Thanks for the reply! I will for sure!

@balisong_brad Год назад

@@sunnyjacinthe7801 how did yours come along?

@zombillaicecream1099 Год назад

Which tank is this?

@Gridlock2k Год назад

let us know how its going

@yeniferbravo3405 2 года назад

Absolutely beautiful, truly gifted.

@abhijithrupesh8217 Год назад

marvellous project and yes I do want to listen to more details about these plants, after seeing this project I also felt some interest in it

@bile897 2 года назад

Absolute gorgeous build! I hope to make one soon.

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thank you, I appreciate it!!!

@delaneyh7813 2 года назад

This is honestly incredible! I'm trying to get some info and ideas for a 4×2×4 build for my ridleyi rat snake, and 100% going to use this as a base for my plans. Thanks for the amazing vid, I'm shocked you're a small channel, this is super high quality!

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Awesome! Happy I could help!

@AprilJ Год назад

This is a Masterpiece. Thank you for showing. it. I am thinking about making one and you gave great ideas & instructions on what I would need to do.

@maralineweatherford6763 Год назад

Your tank is just so beautiful I could watch it all day

@IGrocker 2 года назад

Your channel has been giving me great ideas for my first large build! I’ve done a few in the 10 gallon range and larger, but this next one will be 36Wx24Tx14D for my mourning geckos. I’m not sure which other creatures I will add

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Awesome!!

@Ooo-qt2fl Год назад

I'm watching this a year after this was uploaded, and I am amazed at how cool it turned out! I also have a question too! How often do you feed the animals in the tank and how do you feed them?

@daspammer5896 Год назад

A tank like this can have an ecosystem of springtails for amphibians to eat whenever they want, but I’m interested to know what he says

@lecheese6190 Год назад

This is a whole ecosystem so he doesn’t need to provide anything

@spire123 Год назад

he needs to feet the animals but that's the only part

@melon_water Год назад

@@lecheese6190 yeah

@spire123 Год назад

@kitkat474 no he feeds the geckoes and crabs the geckoes gecko diet and don’t know about the crabs

@Audrima Год назад

I love this so much. I look forward to when we have more stable housing so I can build one

@annelisejc6923 2 года назад

Wooot! So inspiring! Thank you for creating this awesome video.

@whokilledmercy1497 2 года назад

Wow never thought of turning the paludarium by 90° and use the door as a side door Looks SO GOOD

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thanks! Not many people notice that!

@kurtoogle4576 2 года назад

I started watching these five months later, and it turned out amazing! I am wondering if you plan to add a bit more ABG mix soil in the future as the nutrients break down? Do you leave the plant clippings in?

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Nope! I don’t fertilize and I leave the plant clippings in the tank to break down.

@lorieslaughenhaupt7966 2 года назад

Nicely done, from the filming to the planting nicely done.

@vzvandal Год назад

I want to do something like this someday, I love animals. You do a great job creating these environments for them.

@didoit Год назад

Absolutely love this. Also what mechanics are used to heat the tank air temp and water?

@AquaStevae 2 года назад

This is epic! I wasn't really interested very much at the beginning, but for some reason kept watching. But by the end, it was becoming a strong and stronger desire to make one of these. How much was the tank itself. That is where I will have to start, as I'm not exactly money rich right now. But would do this piece by piece if I do it. Wondering if there are any deals on these tanks from anywhere. I'd guess you researched this quite a bit before getting started. Thanks for introducing such a great project to the masses.

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thank you! The tank itself was about $180 and the build as a whole was around $1000

@AquaStevae 2 года назад

@@TheDrPlants Thank you very much for the reply. Your build set me off on a hunt across YT to find more of them, but nothing has peaked my interest the way yours did. Several builders have built physically cool structures, but they never put such interesting fauna and flora in them. It makes all the difference in the world.

@mamodokod4613 Год назад

I'm genuinely so thankful for this video series. This is genuinely, EXACTLY what I've been dreaming of being a huge lover of crabs, and maybe instead of geckos, maybe I can keep some kind of frog?

@juliahenriques1644 2 года назад

wow dude this is simply amazing!! is it your first time building something like this? anyway, i hope more people get to see this, truly fantastic!!

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thank you and this was not my first time! I have some prior experience from smaller projects in the past

@savagebunny8331 Год назад

Oh my GOODNESS! This is phenomenal! I'm super interested in your selection of plants as well but not only that, approximately how much did this cost altogether? (minus the animals you've added to the tank at this point) I'd also love to say THANKYOU for not just showing off the final product but actually taking the time to make a tutorial video I VERY much appreciate it. I would LOVE to give it a go

@siennadabunnygirl8216 Год назад

@Verderion the tank itself is 260, he probably put well over 700 into this

@Yes-nt Год назад

@@siennadabunnygirl8216 Where/how did you find out what the tank cost? Does he by any chance mention what tank he's using? (Looking for it)

@siennadabunnygirl8216 Год назад

@Axel Fors I think he's using the exoterra skyscraper

@Yes-nt Год назад

@@siennadabunnygirl8216 ok thanks a lot!

@Bar_M8 9 месяцев назад

@@Yes-nthe is using 45x45x90cm tank

@wking9737 2 года назад

Amazing work dude! Inspire me to build my own. Thank you and keep uploading.

@skadi6750 2 года назад

Alright, I thought About doing it, now I HAVE TO do this. This looks like so much fun!

@schildpadjong7312 Год назад

Hey @Dr. Plants, I really love your videos about the paludarium! I wish I could afford to make a paludarium like this one day. I have a few questions though: 1) Do the plants need any heat / UV light to grow? 2) How often do you feed the animals inside the paludarium? 3) How do you make sure the animals get enough nutritions to live? You really inspired me and thanks a lot I’d you would ever answer these questions.

@lordsushi3911 Год назад

i was going to ask the same thing

@sheldondyer871 Год назад

I second that about the plants @Dr. Plants, Im going to try and keep some peppers in a terrarium and need some form of heat and UV light and i have no clue where to start.

@MoutazAkkam 2 года назад

Beautifully Done!! You have an artistic taste choosing the right plants and color combination. Just wondering if the water pump has served its purpose... Would you change anything or do anything differently if you would do it again?? Thank you for this beautiful video. Great Job!

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thank you so much! The only thing I would’ve done differently is use an external canister filter; I’m not able to maintenance the pump with the way I set up the tank. All in all, I’m very happy with the setup and everything’s going smoothly.

@kurtistaylor6226 Год назад

@@TheDrPlants my initial thought was how's he gonna sort that if it breaks

@sherreewaldeck4356 7 месяцев назад

I have a paladarium as well, I watched your 100 gallon video and got inspired and combined with this on as well! 🙏!!!

@itzikifergan417 Год назад

You doing so good!!! I love your videos so much. Waiting for some more.

@alyssagarcia5457 2 года назад

Hi! I keep watching this video over and over for inspiration. Amazing work on this beautiful build. I was wondering where you acquired all the plants? Did you buy them online or are you lucky to have an abundant nursery around you? Please make more videos! I’d love more detail about the plants and the paludarium mechanism!

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

I actually got none of mine at nurseries lol. The ones in this tank were from online and hardware stores like Lowes.

@milesward1367 Год назад

Not sure if anyone already asked, but would there be any way you could post a link to where you got your plants? Or at least somewhere you'd recommend. It'd be greatly appreciated.

@AquascapeTR 4 месяца назад

That’s the most creative and beautiful project i ever watched about paludarium. Best guide for me. Thank u so much. 💯🙏🏻

@user-ye3ii2tt2h 10 месяцев назад

Thanks to your amazing Tutorial my Pacific tree frogs will have a lush and beautiful chunk of the rainforest

@dumbtransgirl Год назад

Hey I really like the build and am planning on doing a similar one but had a question. How do you service the pump in this situation? It looks like not only is the pump under the dirt the pump coord is behind the silicone background? Does this mean if it breaks you will have to get a whole new pump and put it in the front? Also just curious, any reason you chose to use the terrarium version of this enclosure instead of the paludarium version allowing for deeper water/digging area?

@marcsandro5479 Год назад

That's what I was thinking, would LOVE an update on that!

@Tyrell63 10 месяцев назад

@@marcsandro5479 thats why for my setup I will use an small external filter. Then its much easier for maintenance

@kostasrakevicius2441 6 месяцев назад

Does this require daily maintenance, and if so how often?

@ruckus1714 2 года назад

I just stumble upon one of your videos as and after watching two or three I had to subscribe. Your creativity is amazing!

@madp5113 2 года назад

Watching from 🇯🇲 .. love this.

@jujucali1 Год назад

Phenomenal video!!! I have a few question. How do you heat the tank? Does the LED lights create enough heat? Also how well does the spray foam hold up to mold without drylok?

@didoit Год назад

This is what I was thinking. Also what mechanics are used to heat the tank air temp and water?

@KeeleeRaney 6 месяцев назад

If you don't mind me asking how much did this cost you this whole project? And how big is the glass on the tank?

@teslaemployee4446 Год назад

The tutorial is nice. The music in the background is calming. Your voice sounds calm and professional. I want to make something like this in the future!

@user-ks5vq6nr3k 2 года назад

Letting you know, everyone needs the plant video!!!

@minakiel2930 2 года назад

This is such a well done paludarium! Ive been doing weeks of research on aquariums but after realizing I have a bird that will probably try to get into a tank, ive decided to go with this option. How much would you say this cost? excluding the tank and plants? Edit: Would you also consider putting a carnivorous plant such as a Venus flytrap or lowland nepenthes in there?

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Without the plants, animals, and tank, this tank was cheap. I’d say it would cost $800 for the materials on the high end. You could do it for FAR cheaper. I do not think Venus flytraps would do well in this environment. On the other hand, some tropical nepenthes species do great on vivariums!

@Afeller Год назад

Do you ever need to replace the filter foam? Asking bc I’m making one of my own after seeing your video!

@didoit Год назад

This is what I was thinking. Also what mechanics are used to heat the tank air temp and water?

@pcgoatyt Год назад

YES please do the episode explaining all the plants!

@danielefabbro822 Год назад

6:30 it just looks like volcanic soil. Awesome. But, there's no risk that silicon will poison the water, right?

@walli6388 Год назад

Depends on the type of silicon used.

@danielefabbro822 Год назад

@@walli6388 right. I guess there are eco friendly. 🤔😅

@walli6388 Год назад

@@danielefabbro822 He says he's using aquarium silicon.

@danielefabbro822 Год назад

@@walli6388 I haven't noticed. My bad.

@jesusisking8878 2 года назад

Bro this is sick! I definitely found myself a new hobby. What sand did you use for your tank? Does it matter which one to use? Thanks.

@TheDrPlants 2 года назад

Thanks! It honestly doesn’t matter what sand you use as long as its aquarium safe. I used one of CaribSea

@shell_gone_awol 3 месяца назад

Absolutely incredible 😍

@dynomitedp 2 года назад

Amazing job! Thanks for teaching us!

@mielmigueltimtiman6123 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing. I am planning to build one. Most of the plants I have in my garden, like the tillandsias and cryptanthuses.

@shauryagaming8318 2 месяца назад

Its so beautiful , i could shed a tear 😢

@haribohanley2329 Год назад

I would love a full video explaining all the different plants because I plan to build my own Paludarium and would like to use a similar list of plants to you.

@thewalkingrob8840 Год назад

Love the videos. I was laughing when the saw hit the point you couldn't saw and the clips cut. Working with that foam for diy projects is so messy. I made stepping stones that I corporated the tiny crumbs for a strong , lightweight concrete mix.

@AP-nj1mr Год назад

Goodness! What a beauty.

@BWtrm Год назад

Truely fascinating video. Even inspired me to make my own!

@leek6068 2 года назад

absolutely amazing what craftsmanship

@rawdio.docdar5715 2 года назад

Just love this, amazing work. Looks like i have a new project, thanks friend

@rickiievaldez23 2 года назад

These Videos are therapeutic I think it’s music 🎶 and smooth Voice ! Awesome Videos man keep it up 👍

@Lazyboy1316 10 месяцев назад

Dude… you have serious talent! Keep up this good work

@MyGunDiary Год назад

That's real talent. Great job.

@bridiemegan 4 месяца назад

Absolutely stunning,i would have liked to see the process of planting as for me this would be the most challenging.

@TemperVoid 5 месяцев назад

This is so cool and definitely going to be the core of how I build my Tree frogs newest enclosure. They have bioactive substrate now, however I’d love a habitat that has ALL real plants rather than just a few, as well as a filtered water feature.