Spreading Spike Moss (Selaginella Repanda) is a perennial fern in the Selaginellaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Selaginella repanda is a terrestrial or epilithic subshrub native to South China and tropical Asia, characterized by creeping subterranean rhizomes and stolons.

Spreading Spike Moss

Spreading Spike Moss

Selaginella Repanda

Selaginella repanda is a terrestrial or epilithic subshrub native to South China and tropical Asia, characterized by creeping subterranean rhizomes and stolons.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, humidity enhancer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spreading Spike Moss

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Dec
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Selaginellaceae
Genus:Selaginella