Electric Fern
Taxonomy
Selaginella longipinna
Selaginella
Selaginellaceae
Selaginellales
How to care for Electric Fern
Water
How often to water your Electric Fern
every 9
Electric Fern needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Tucson, Arizona.
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
Light
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.
Tucson, Arizona
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Growing Electric Fern in Tucson right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium 👌
February 5th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by “net radiation” in Tucson is currently medium 👌.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determinin…
Sunlight will increase by 28.5% ☀️
February 2nd, 2023
Tucson is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Tucson is expected to increase by 28.5% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 13.8 megajoules of energy per m2 per…
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours 📈
February 6th, 2023
This month, Tucson is getting an average of 9.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 9% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 11.0 total hours of dayligh…
Finding light for Electric Fern in your home
a window
Electric Fern may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, 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 Tucson, Arizona ⛅.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Electric Fern
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 Electric Fern after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Electric Fern 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
Electric Fern 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.
Humidity
Electric Fern 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
Electric Fern 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
Electric Fern grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Electric Fern is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Electric Fern
Electric Fern
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Tucson, Arizona, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
