Gemmiferous Spikemoss
Taxonomy
Selaginella moellendorffii
Selaginella
Selaginellaceae
Selaginellales

How to care for Gemmiferous Spikemoss

How often to water your Gemmiferous Spikemoss

every 12
Gemmiferous Spikemoss needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnât 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
12

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Finding light for Gemmiferous Spikemoss in your home

a window
Gemmiferous Spikemoss 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 đȘ.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Gemmiferous Spikemoss in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Gemmiferous Spikemoss

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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gemmiferous Spikemoss after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Gemmiferous Spikemoss thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. 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
Gemmiferous Spikemoss 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 đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs 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.
Humidity
Gemmiferous Spikemoss enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.
Soil
Gemmiferous Spikemoss 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.
Fertilizer
Gemmiferous Spikemoss grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Gemmiferous Spikemoss is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Gemmiferous Spikemoss
Gemmiferous Spikemoss
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
