Gemmiferous Spikemoss
Taxonomy
Selaginella moellendorffii
Selaginella
Selaginellaceae
Selaginellales

How to care for Gemmiferous Spikemoss

How often to water your Gemmiferous Spikemoss

every 9
Gemmiferous Spikemoss needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Edmond, Oklahoma.
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.
Edmond, Oklahoma
38% Low

Growing Gemmiferous Spikemoss in Edmond right now
Sunlight will increase by 26.3% āļø
January 25th, 2023
Edmond is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Edmond is expected to increase by 26.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.5 megajoules of energy per m2 perā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours š
January 30th, 2023
This month, Edmond is getting an average of 7.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.9% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.6 total hours of dayliā¦
Finding light for Gemmiferous Spikemoss in your home

a window
Gemmiferous Spikemoss may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Edmond, Oklahoma ā .

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 itās 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 yearāwhichever comes first.

Gemmiferous Spikemoss 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
Gemmiferous Spikemoss may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š 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 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.
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 doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās 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 9 days

< 3ft from a window

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