Peacock Fern. A very pretty houseplant with fern like metallic blue foliage. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 20cm. Partial shade. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Selaginella uncinata
A very pretty houseplant with fern like metallic blue foliage
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Selaginella |
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Species | uncinata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Peacock Fern |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 5cm |
Family | Selaginellaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Low spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, blue |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water with rain water |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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