DOOA Terra Plate

DOOA Terra Plate

A flat ceramic plate made from the same highly porous Terra Base material, engineered for easy plant attachment and exceptional moisture control in terrariums and paludariums. The Terra Plate's moderately rough surface allows mosses, ferns, and small epiphytes to attach naturally, while its high water absorption capacity keeps plants hydrated. Rear grooves ensure airflow when the plate is placed flat against a wall or substrate, preventing anaerobic conditions.

Key Features:

• Terra Base Material: Same water-absorbing, evaporative-cooling ceramic as the cylindrical Terra Base
• Rough Surface Texture: Promotes natural root and rhizome attachment without adhesives
• High Absorption: Stores water internally and releases it slowly to keep attached plants moist
• Rear Ventilation Grooves: Channels on the back allow air circulation when the plate is mounted flat, preventing stagnation and rot
• Flat Profile: Easy to mount on terrarium walls, paludarium backgrounds, or as a horizontal substrate platform

Applications:

• Moss Walls: Attach Taxiphyllum, Fissidens, or tropical Sphagnum for living green walls
• Epiphyte Displays: Mount miniature orchids (Pleurothallis, Masdevallia), ferns (Pyrrosia, Microsorum), or bromeliads (Tillandsia)
• Paludarium Backgrounds: Create vertical planting surfaces for emersed aquatic plants (Bucephalandra, Anubias)
• Horizontal Platforms: Use as a moisture-retaining substrate base for small terrariums or Wabi-Kusa compositions

Setup Instructions:

1. Soak the Plate: Submerge in water for 24–48 hours to fully saturate the ceramic

2. Attach Plants: Use DOOA Terra Line or Terra Tape to secure plants to the plate until roots attach naturally (typically 2–6 weeks)

3. Mount the Plate: Hang using DOOA Terra Plate Hook (sold separately) or place horizontally on substrate

4. Water the Plate: Mist the surface regularly or set up a drip/trickle system to keep the ceramic moist; the plate will distribute water evenly to attached plants

Why Terra Plate?

Traditional moss walls and epiphyte mounts rely on inert materials like cork bark, driftwood, or plastic mesh—none of which actively manage moisture. The Terra Plate's porous ceramic absorbs water and releases it gradually, mimicking the bark of a living tree or a moss-covered rock face. This reduces the need for frequent misting and creates a more stable microclimate for delicate plants.