Lycopodium squarrosum — a hard houseplant, prefers full shade light
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Lycopodium squarrosum

Lycopodium Squarrosum

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A note from PlantMom

Rock tassel-fern typically shows good disease resistance and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is regarded as difficult because it needs a consistently moist environment and frequent watering. However, the roots can rot if it is overwatered or if the surroundings lack proper ventilation. Rock tassel-fern is appropriate for people with some growing experience, as most individuals can keep it alive for a period. Nonetheless, the plant may struggle to thrive and its leaves can dry out and become less healthy over time.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Lycopodium Squarrosum.

Light

Rock tassel-fern comes from habitats such as forest understories or rocky sites that provide natural shade. It prefers Full Shade but can tolerate Partial Sun.

Temperature

Rock tassel-fern comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Therefore it is adapted to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady thermal environment, so it's important to avoid indoor temperature fluctuations. It normally cannot withstand cold and requires warmer conditions to grow. If the temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Fern
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Lycopodium
Family
Lycopodiaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
10 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
5 cm to 15 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Native Area
Nepal, Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Madagascar, Bangladesh, Laos, Fiji, China, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Japan, Bhutan, Singapore, Thailand
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Lycopodium squarrosum leaf
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Lycopodium squarrosum leaf
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Lycopodium squarrosum fruit
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Lycopodium squarrosum fruit
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Lycopodium squarrosum habit
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Lycopodium squarrosum habit
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