Chihiros Glass Pot
Product Overview
The Chihiros Glass Pot is a minimalist glass planter designed for cultivating humidity-loving tropical plants, aquatic mosses, and terrestrial Wabi-Kusa displays. It features a smart acrylic lid with 64 side ventilation holes engineered to balance fresh air circulation with high ambient humidity, making it a controlled microclimate vessel without the need for constant misting. It's a good pick for desktop terrariums, water propagation, or pico Walstad setups.
Key Features & Benefits
- Dual-Mode Ventilated Smart Lid: Features 64 side ventilation holes for balanced air exchange; flip the lid upside down to create an airtight seal for ultra-high-humidity species.
- 1mm Precision Watering Hole: Top off water and mist plants through the central lid port without lifting the top and losing enclosed humidity.
- High-Clarity Glass Vessel: Ultra-clear glass offers a 360-degree, distortion-free view of your Wabi-Kusa, aquatic mosses, and miniature tropical displays.
- 3 Distinct Shapes & Sizes: Available in Small, Large, and Dew-Shaped designs to fit desktops, shelves, and windowsill plant arrangements.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chihiros Aquatic Studio |
| Product Line | Chihiros Desktop Plant & Terrarium Vessels |
| Vessel Type | Clear Glass Terrarium / Wabi-Kusa Container / Pico Tank |
| Vessel Material | High-Clarity Glass |
| Lid Material | Clear Molded Acrylic with 64 Side Vents & 1mm Water Hole |
| Small Specs | 930ml (0.25 gal) Volume | 3.94" Diameter x 5.51" Height |
| Large Specs | 2700ml (0.71 gal) Volume | 5.51" Diameter x 7.91" Height |
| Dew Shaped Specs | 3250ml (0.86 gal) Volume | 6.85" Diameter x 8.03" Height |
| Ideal Plant Types | Wabi-Kusa Balls, Anubias, Bucephalandra, Cryptocoryne, Mosses, & Carnivorous Plants |
Care & Maintenance Instructions
- Wipe the internal and external glass walls with a soft microfiber cloth to remove water spots and keep glass scratch-free.
- Rinse the acrylic lid under warm tap water; avoid using alcohol-based chemical glass cleaners to prevent acrylic clouding or micro-cracking.
- Adjust ventilation by flipping the lid orientation depending on whether your plants require fresh air circulation or a fully sealed humidity chamber.
What's Included
- 1x Chihiros Clear Glass Pot (Selected Size: Small, Large, or Dew Shaped)
- 1x Smart Acrylic Ventilated Lid with Central Water Port
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What plant species grow best inside the Chihiros Glass Pot?
This vessel is ideal for moisture-loving species that thrive in elevated humidity, including Wabi-Kusa plant balls, emersed aquatic species (Anubias, Bucephalandra, Cryptocoryne), terrestrial mosses, miniature ferns, and carnivorous plants like Drosera.
2. Can I use the Chihiros Glass Pot for a miniature underwater tank?
Yes! The larger sizes (Large and Dew-Shaped) work wonderfully as miniature Walstad-style pico aquariums, glass propagation jars, or small rimless desktop shrimp vessels when filled with water.
3. How does flipping the acrylic lid change the moisture inside?
When placed in its standard orientation, the 64 side holes provide gentle air exchange while trapping humidity. Flipping the lid inverted seals the side ventilation slots against the glass rim, creating a maximum-humidity seal for delicate mosses and tissue culture acclimation.
