Concrete Jungle

Concrete Jungle The Concrete Jungle has taken root in the city! We sell various collectible plants & terrarium stuff!

18/10/2025

Half way there

Meet the stunning Musa — often nicknamed the “red banana plant.” Unlike your usual fruiting bananas, this ornamental var...
17/10/2025

Meet the stunning Musa — often nicknamed the “red banana plant.” Unlike your usual fruiting bananas, this ornamental variety is grown for its dramatic foliage rather than its fruit. Those vibrant crimson and magenta tones come from natural pigments called anthocyanins, which help protect the leaves from intense sunlight and add that irresistible tropical flair.

Native to Southeast Asia, Musa species love humidity, warmth, and bright indirect light — just like in their rainforest homes. Keep the soil moist and give it room to stretch, and it’ll reward you with massive, color-rich leaves that scream “jungle royalty.”

Moss: The Living Carpet of TerrariumsMosses are ancient, non-vascular plants belonging to the division Bryophyta, thrivi...
17/10/2025

Moss: The Living Carpet of Terrariums

Mosses are ancient, non-vascular plants belonging to the division Bryophyta, thriving where moisture and shade meet. In terrariums, they act as living carpets — regulating humidity, preventing soil erosion, and adding a lush, natural forest aesthetic.

Unlike most plants, mosses absorb water and nutrients directly through their leaves, making them perfect for the closed, humid microclimate of a terrarium. They also serve as miniature ecosystems, hosting tiny organisms that help maintain balance inside the glass.

From Cushion Moss (Leucobryum) to Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri), each type adds its own texture and personality. Whether used as a soft ground cover, accent on driftwood, or backdrop for miniature landscapes, moss brings life and calm wherever it grows.

Keep your moss consistently moist with indirect light — not wet, not dry — and watch your terrarium transform into a tiny green world.

Our tiny garden in the middle of the city will be open for scheduled walk-ins for all you terrarium plant and supply nee...
09/10/2025

Our tiny garden in the middle of the city will be open for scheduled walk-ins for all you terrarium plant and supply needs

🐜 Ant Plants: Nature’s Little Architects 🐜Meet the fascinating ant plants—living artworks with swollen, sculptural caude...
01/10/2025

🐜 Ant Plants: Nature’s Little Architects 🐜

Meet the fascinating ant plants—living artworks with swollen, sculptural caudexes that serve as natural homes for ants. Inside those hollow chambers, ants find shelter and in return, they bring nutrients to the plant.

These unique plants aren’t just beautiful conversation pieces, they’re also perfect examples of how nature thrives through teamwork. Symbiosis at its finest!

Whether mounted or potted, ant plants bring a wild, otherworldly charm into any space—almost like having a piece of the jungle right in your home.

📍Concrete Jungle PH
—where rare and extraordinary plants find their home.

Helminthostachys zeylanica – The Ancient Fern This rare and remarkable fern, locally known as tungkod-langit, belongs to...
29/09/2025

Helminthostachys zeylanica – The Ancient Fern

This rare and remarkable fern, locally known as tungkod-langit, belongs to one of the most primitive fern families, Ophioglossaceae. Native to Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific islands, it’s a living relic of plant evolution that has remained almost unchanged for millions of years.

What makes it special?

Its distinctive fertile stalk rises dramatically from the base of the plant, resembling a spear or staff—hence its name “tungkod-langit” (heaven’s staff).

Unlike most ferns, it produces just a single frond with leaflets and a central spore stalk, making it instantly recognizable.

Considered a rare find in the wild due to habitat loss and overharvesting.

Cultural & Medicinal Significance

For centuries, H. zeylanica has been valued in traditional medicine. Different cultures use its rhizomes and fronds as remedies for fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It’s also featured in folklore as a “plant of strength” due to its striking form.

Growing Tips
Prefers shaded, damp environments similar to forest understories.

Thrives in well-draining but moist soil with plenty of organic matter.

Ideal for fern gardens, shaded landscapes, or as a unique specimen plant in collections.

At Concrete Jungle PH, we celebrate rare species like Helminthostachys zeylanica—plants that carry both history and beauty into modern gardens.

⸻Meet Utricularia gibbaA tiny but fascinating carnivorous plant.Known as hu**ed bladderwort, this aquatic beauty thrives...
28/09/2025

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Meet Utricularia gibba
A tiny but fascinating carnivorous plant.
Known as hu**ed bladderwort, this aquatic beauty thrives in water, using its microscopic traps to catch tiny organisms.

Perfect for planted tanks, paludariums, or collectors who love rare and unusual plants. Easy to grow and definitely a conversation starter—proof that even the smallest plants can have the biggest personalities.

Subwassertang (Lomariopsis lineata)A unique and versatile aquatic plant loved by aquascapers and shrimp keepers alike. S...
23/09/2025

Subwassertang (Lomariopsis lineata)
A unique and versatile aquatic plant loved by aquascapers and shrimp keepers alike. Subwassertang, also called “Süsswassertang” or “freshwater seaweed,” has delicate, ribbon-like fronds that form lush, moss-like mats. Unlike most mosses, it isn’t a true moss but a liverwort, making it a rare and fascinating addition to any aquarium.

It’s low-maintenance, thrives in low to medium light, and doesn’t require CO₂ injection—perfect for beginners and seasoned hobbyists. Fish and shrimp love hiding and grazing in its soft, flowing leaves, making it both beautiful and functional.

✨ Why You’ll Love It at Concrete Jungle PH:
• Easy to grow, no special care needed
• Great for shrimp tanks and breeding aquariums
• Can be attached to driftwood, rocks, or left free-floating
• Adds a natural, jungle-like texture to your aquascape

Bring home Subwassertang and let your tank grow wild and lush—just like nature intended. 🌿🐠

We truly apologize as we are currently unavailable to tend to a family emergency. Operations will be back next weekend. ...
27/10/2024

We truly apologize as we are currently unavailable to tend to a family emergency. Operations will be back next weekend. We will get back to all your messages the soonest we can. Thank you for understanding.

1st day wrap-up! See you again tomorrow!
19/10/2024

1st day wrap-up! See you again tomorrow!

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Bldg. 6 Up Bliss
Quezon City
1101

Opening Hours

Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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09958878351

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