

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

How often to water your Huperzia Phlegmaria

every 9
Huperzia Phlegmaria needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Memphis, Tennessee.
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

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.
Memphis, Tennessee
37% Low

Growing Huperzia Phlegmaria in Memphis right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 3rd, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Memphis is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiniā¦
Sunlight will increase by 35.2% āļø
February 7th, 2023
Memphis is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Memphis is expected to increase by 35.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.9 megajoules of energy per m2 pā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.0 hours š
February 4th, 2023
This month, Memphis is getting an average of 6.6 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 10.1% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of dayā¦
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 šŖ.
We wouldnāt recommend testing its limits during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Memphis, Tennessee ā .

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 itās 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 yearāwhichever comes first.

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 šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Huperzia Phlegmaria
Huperzia Phlegmaria
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Memphis, Tennessee, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
