Selaginella remotifolia — a hard houseplant, prefers full shade light
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Selaginella remotifolia

Selaginella Remotifolia

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A note from PlantMom

Selaginella remotifolia typically has good resistance to disease and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is regarded as difficult because it needs a consistently moist environment and frequent watering. Yet the roots are susceptible to rot if the plant is overwatered or the air circulation is poor. It is best suited to growers with some experience, as most people can keep it alive for a period of time. Still, Selaginella remotifolia may struggle to thrive, and its leaves can dry out and become less healthy as time passes.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Selaginella Remotifolia.

Light

Selaginella remotifolia hails from habitats such as shadowy forest undergrowth or stony regions, which provide it with natural cover from the sun. It thrives best in complete shade, yet it can withstand partially sunlit conditions.

Temperature

Selaginella remotifolia flourishes in dense forest undergrowth. It has a particular sensitivity to temperature and moisture levels, with extreme heat, arid conditions, and strong sunlight all likely to distress the plant. In the summertime, it needs adequate shade and a highly moist environment. While Selaginella remotifolia doesn't need extraordinary attention during winter, a long-lasting drought in this season can still endanger the plant's survival.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Fern
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
5 cm to 15 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Native Area
Nepal, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Japan, Philippines, Bhutan, South Korea, China
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Loose-leaf selaginella
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