Just be aware that most artificial plants are made cheaply in China & many have been found to be heavily contaminated with lead -this was published out of concern
not for pets but for people, notably children, because these fake plants are often used for table decor where they are touched & contaminants can be inhaled or ingested.
The lead probably comes from the mixed-metal wires used inside the stems, which can also be exposed (& are sharp!) when snakes climb around on these "plants", something else to keep in mind.
Last edited by Bogertophis; 10-24-2019 at 04:09 PM.
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Just be aware that most artificial plants are made cheaply in China & many have been found to be heavily contaminated with lead -this was published out of concern
not for pets but for people, notably children, because these fake plants are often used for table decor where they are touched & contaminants can be inhaled or ingested.
The lead probably comes from the mixed-metal wires used inside the stems, which can also be exposed (& are sharp!) when snakes climb around on these "plants", something else to keep in mind.
Thanks for the heads up......
I learned all about the wired plants, fortunately I learned the lesson not the snake, now I make sure to use plants that are meant to float,
and double check to make sure no wires are in the plants.