A '''terrarium''' (plural: '''terrariums''' or '''terraria''') is a container in which small land [[animal]]s, [[plant]]s, or both are kept and observed.<ref>[http://www.thefreedictionary.com/terrarium Terrarium]</ref> It is often used for plants requiring high [[humidity]].
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A '''terrarium''' (plural: '''terrariums''' or '''terraria''') is a container in which small land [[animal]]s, [[plant]]s, or both are kept and observed.<ref>http://www.thefreedictionary.com/terrarium</ref> It is often used for plants requiring high [[humidity]]. The most common use is for slow-growing plants. A Terrarium often has glass sides, allowing light to enter, but preventing (at least some) moisture from leaving.
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==Etymology==
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This word is the result of combining two Latin words. "terra" means "earth" and "arium" references a "place or receptacle."<ref>https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-make-terrariums-848007</ref>