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Selaginella willdenowii [cutting]
GenusSelaginellaRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupFerns & LycophytesGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrariumDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

*Selaginella willdenowii* is a tropical lycophyte from Southeast Asia, where it grows in shaded, humid forest conditions. It produces branching, fern-like stems with fine, flattened foliage that can show a metallic blue to blue-green iridescence under diffuse light. Growth is creeping to loosely climbing, with stems spreading over moist substrate, moss, or nearby surfaces. Although often described as having “fronds” in horticultural use, it is not a true fern; the foliage is made up of small lycophyte leaves arranged along branching stems.

You will receive a single cutting, grower’s choice. Listing photos are representative of the approximate size and form you will receive.

**Light Requirements:** Low to bright indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** High, 70–100 percent. Best grown in terrariums or enclosed humid environments.
**Temperature Range:** 65–85°F (18–29°C). Keep above 60°F (16°C).
**Growth Habit:** Creeping to loosely climbing lycophyte with branching, flattened sprays of foliage.
**Soil:** Moisture-retentive but airy substrate with sphagnum, fine bark, or a fine tropical mix.
**pH:** Slightly acidic, approximately 5.0–6.5.
**Size:** Individual branching sprays are commonly 5–15 cm long; colonies spread gradually with stable humidity and moisture.

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Plant Details
Airflow
Low — Specifically suited for sealed, stagnant environments. These plants do not require active ventilation or fans to prevent bacterial or fungal "melt."
Family
Selaginellaceae
Growth strategy
Terrestrial
Humidity
80–100% — The "Sweet Spot" for most rare tropicals and shinglers. This high-saturation environment is essential for aerial root attachment to hardscape and ensures that delicate foliage maintains its turgidity and sheen.
Lighting
Moderate — Prefers bright, filtered, or indirect light. This is the "sweet spot" for most terrarium species; however, direct sun or high-intensity LEDs will scorch delicate juvenile leaves.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
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Cutting
Size
Medium
Temperature
65–75°F — Ideal for "Cool-Growers" or highland species. These plants prefer the lower end of the tropical spectrum and may show signs of stress or heat-dropping leaves if temperatures consistently exceed 80°F.
Watering substrate
Moist — Substrate should be kept consistently hydrated but never "soggy." This allows for critical oxygen to reach the root zone, preventing hypoxia and rot.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.