Phlegmariurus 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 Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria

How often to water your Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria

every 9
Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria 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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Finding light for Coarse Tassel Fern in your home

a window
Phlegmariurus 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 of Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Phlegmariurus 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 Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Phlegmariurus 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
Phlegmariurus 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 Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria
Phlegmariurus Phlegmaria
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
