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Diphasiastrum digitatum

About Diphasiastrum digitatum

Diphasiastrum digitatum is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Diphasiastrum digitatum likes soil that is good at retaining moisture.

Diphasiastrum digitatum belongs to the Lycopodium genus, and is native to Eastern Canada to the North Central and Eastern United States.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Lycopodium digitatum

Genus

Lycopodium

Family

Lycopodiaceae

Order

Lycopodiales

Also known as

Diphasiastrum digitatum, groundcedar, running cedar, crowsfoot, fan clubmoss and Diphasiastrum digitatum

How to care for Diphasiastrum digitatum

💦 Water

How often to water your Diphasiastrum digitatum

Diphasiastrum digitatum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Diphasiastrum digitatum in your home

Diphasiastrum digitatum may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Diphasiastrum digitatum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Diphasiastrum digitatum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Diphasiastrum digitatum: repot after 2X growth

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 Diphasiastrum digitatum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Diphasiastrum digitatum 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

Diphasiastrum digitatum may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. 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.

🪴 Soil

Diphasiastrum digitatum is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Diphasiastrum digitatum grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.