Just like the other members of the Selaginella genus, this enchanting moss fern also has pretty, delicate fronds. What makes it particularly spectacular, however, is its intensely pronounced iridescence, which makes its fronds shimmer in a fascinating turquoise blue. The fact that it is relatively easy to care for and grows quickly makes it all the more popular.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and coloring.
- Delivery: in a 6 cm pot
- Growth type: upright
- Origin: Borneo
- Other names: Selaginella spec. Borneo
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/light requirements: partial shade to light, but avoid direct sunlight
- Substrate: very loose, permeable substrate such as Xaxim litter or Ben's Premium Sphagnum moss
- Temperature: optimal at 22-28° C (day), 18-20° C (night)
- Watering: water moderately with low-lime, lukewarm water. Avoid complete drying out as well as waterlogging.
- Humidity: requires high humidity, place in terrarium
- Addition of nutrients: fertilize moderately every 4 weeks in spring/summer with diluted liquid fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization at all costs.
- Avoid draughts.
- Repot after approx. 1-2 years when the substrate is sufficiently dense.
