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
Additional information
| Generic | Selaginella |
|---|---|
| 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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