Krauss' Spikemoss (Selaginella Kraussiana) is a perennial fern in the Selaginellaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Selaginella kraussiana is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen spikemoss with delicate, scale-like foliage, often grown for its lush, mossy appearance.

Krauss' Spikemoss

Krauss' Spikemoss

Selaginella Kraussiana

Selaginella kraussiana is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen spikemoss with delicate, scale-like foliage, often grown for its lush, mossy appearance.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
6-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Krauss' Spikemoss

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Krauss' Spikemoss
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Taxonomy

Family:Selaginellaceae
Genus:Selaginella