Plant Care Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Also known as

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum, alpine club moss, mountain club moss and Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Taxonomy

Lycopodium fastigiatum
Lycopodium
Lycopodiaceae
Lycopodiales

How to care for Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

💦 Water

How often to water your Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Water needs for Austrolycopodium fastigiatum
0.5 cups
every 9

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum 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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Austrolycopodium fastigiatum in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Austrolycopodium fastigiatum: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum 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 Austrolycopodium fastigiatum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Austrolycopodium fastigiatum: 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 Austrolycopodium fastigiatum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum 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

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum 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

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum 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.


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Austrolycopodium fastigiatum

Austrolycopodium fastigiatum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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