Huperzia Phlegmaria
Also known as
Coarse Tassel Fern, Coarse Tassel Fern, Common Tassel Fern and Huperzia phlegmaria
Taxonomy
Huperzia phlegmaria
Huperzia
Lycopodiaceae
Lycopodiales
How to care for Huperzia Phlegmaria
Water
How often to water your Huperzia Phlegmaria
every 9
Huperzia Phlegmaria needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Jacksonville, Florida.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Jacksonville, Florida
46% Low
Growing Huperzia Phlegmaria in Jacksonville right now
Plant growth potential is currently low 📉
February 5th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Jacksonville is currently low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in dete…
Sunlight will increase by 27.2% ☀️
February 4th, 2023
Jacksonville is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Jacksonville is expected to increase by 27.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 12.6 megajoules of energ…
Daylight will increase by 0.8 hours 📈
February 5th, 2023
This month, Jacksonville is getting an average of 7.6 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.2% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 11.1 total hours of…
Finding light for Coarse Tassel Fern in your home
a window
Huperzia Phlegmaria can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.
We wouldn’t recommend testing its limits during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Jacksonville, Florida ⛅.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Huperzia Phlegmaria
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Huperzia Phlegmaria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Huperzia Phlegmaria prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Huperzia Phlegmaria can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Huperzia Phlegmaria
Huperzia Phlegmaria
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 6ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Jacksonville, Florida, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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