Meadow Spikemoss Groundcover

Selaginella Apoda, also known as Meadow Spikemoss, is a delightful groundcover plant characterized by its tiny, feathery leaves that create a dense, green mat. This plant thrives in moist, shaded environments, making it an excellent choice for terrariums, paludariums, and shaded garden areas. Its soft, cushiony foliage provides a natural, woodland feel, ideal for creating lush, miniature landscapes.

Originating from North America, Selaginella Apoda enjoys high humidity and consistent moisture, replicating the damp conditions of its native habitat. This low-growing plant spreads slowly, forming a thick carpet that can cover soil surfaces, rocks, or logs, enhancing the visual appeal and ecological diversity of your plant collection.

Part of our Tropical on Sticky Soil series, the Variegated Spikemoss 'Spring' is expertly planted in our innovative Sticky Soil, a unique, self-adhering substrate that revolutionizes traditional planting techniques. This allows you to place your spikemoss virtually anywhere within your setup, from ground level to adorning vertical elements, unleashing new creative possibilities for your indoor garden.

• • Plant Type: Groundcover and Low-Growing

   • Growth Habit: Creeping or spreading, with fine, moss-like foliage

  • Leaf Colour: Bright Green

  • Light Requirements: Prefers low to medium, indirect light

  • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

  • Humidity: High

• Your Selaginella Apoda is delivered in a 140x100mm clear cup made from PLA (polylactic acid), a 100% compostable material derived from renewable resources like corn starch. This eco-friendly packaging is designed with a 4mm air exchange hole to simulate a mini greenhouse environment, fostering the plant's health and vigor. The plant is nestled in our proprietary Sticky Soil, ensuring it remains stable during transport and handling, and reflecting our dedication to sustainable gardening practices.

• Forms a dense, green carpet of fine, moss-like foliage
• Ideal for adding a soft, natural touch to terrariums, paludariums, or shaded garden areas
• Thrives in moist, shaded environments with high humidity
• Low-maintenance, suitable for gardeners of all experience levels
• Planted in Sticky Soil for easy placement and stability

• Placement: Choose a shaded or partially shaded spot in your setup where the Meadow Spikemoss can spread and form a lush ground cover.
• Extraction: Gently remove the plant and Sticky Soil from the compostable PLA cup. If necessary, cut the cup for easier extraction.
• Planting: Position the Selaginella Apoda in the desired location. The Sticky Soil adheres to various surfaces, allowing for flexible planting arrangements.
• Enhancement: Cover the Sticky Soil with moss or other organic materials to enhance humidity retention and seamlessly integrate the plant into your design.
• Care: Maintain consistent moisture in the soil, avoiding waterlogging, and provide high humidity. Place the plant in low to medium, indirect light.
• Maintenance: Trim as needed to encourage dense growth or to maintain the desired shape within your setup.
• Eco-Friendly Disposal: After planting, compost the PLA cup, supporting sustainable gardening practices.