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*The plant pictured is not necessarily the plant you will receive, but will be same size and shape. Plants are shipped in nursery pots and may vary slightly in pot size.*
Common Name: Clubmoss, Blue Clubmoss, Blue Spikemoss, Spikemoss, Selaginella Moss, Emmeliana Clubmoss, Emmeliana Spikemoss, Pale Spikemoss, Pale Clubmoss
Scientific Name: Selaginella emmeliana
A soft, fluffy, clubmoss that makes a great bed/lounging area for small, humidity-loving animals!
-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small tropical and semi-tropical reptiles and amphibians, especially small tropical frogs, skinks, and salamanders.
Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna
Soil Depth: Shallow to moderate with proper drainage.
Lighting: Low to medium indirect light. Placement under a heat or basking light will result in burn.
Humidity & Misting: 60%-100%, with higher humidity levels suggested for optimal growth.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: This primitive plant belongs to one of the oldest plant groups called clubmosses. They will reach a mature height of only a few inches, quickly forming a mat of foliage if given the right conditions. Their very simple, thin, fibrous root systems are shallow but allow for maximum water absorption with high enough humidity. Roots will also sometimes hang down several inches from the club-like leaves and dig into the soil.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Best used as a front (low) groundcover or underplanting.
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted clubmoss plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.
