A man named David Latimer decided to grow a plant in 1960. This, “A plant that has lived for 50 years, despite not receiving a drop of water” He had no idea he would be known as.

Really, how did this happen? Before we get to the how What exactly is a terrarium? Let’s start explaining.

What is the ‘terrarium’ that we have heard so much about in recent years?

Terrarium; We can say that it is a “container” made of glass used for growing plants. Some are completely closed, others semi-closed. This closed system ideal temperature and humidity for plants offers.

Terrariums, which we often see for decorative purposes, especially in workplaces and homes, to monitor the natural cycles of plants It is an incredibly beautiful vehicle.

Let’s get to our real story.

In 1960, David Latimer put the Tradescantia (Wandering Jew) plant in a 10-gallon glass bottle that resembled a demijohn. sunlight put it somewhere.

The last time he watered was in 1972. This closed ecosystem, after a while self-sufficient It has become an incredible system.

So how did this happen?

As plants photosynthesize using sunlight and produce oxygen, they also release water vapor. Also David Latimer’s factory using its own waste and the oxygen it produces survives.

The water in the closed bottle evaporates and condenses on the walls of the bottle. falls to the ground again. It’s a bit like the rain cycle. At the same time, the plant sheds its leaves and over time these leaves mix with the soil and provide nutrients to the plant.

While the plant performs photosynthesis produces oxygen and consumes carbon dioxide during respiration. This way it is not constantly deprived of the gases it needs. This is how the Latimer factory has existed for over 50 years.

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