Peacock Fern (Selaginella willdenowii) Care Sheet 🌿✨
Peacock Fern, also known as Blue Spike Moss, is a stunning, iridescent plant with a shimmering blue-green hue. It thrives in humid conditions, making it perfect for terrariums and as a unique indoor plant. Here’s how to keep it happy!
Note:- Blue coloration are enhanced with lower light, but not extreamly low.
 
🌱 Basic Info
Botanical Name: Selaginella willdenowii
Common Names: Peacock Fern, Blue Spike Moss
Type: Lycophyte (not a true fern)
Growth Habit: Sprawling, trailing
 
🌿 Terrarium Care
🔹 Light: Bright, indirect light or low light. Avoid direct sun.
🔹 Humidity: 🌧️ High (80%+). Loves an enclosed terrarium!
🔹 Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Use distilled or rainwater.
🔹 Substrate: Well-draining mix (peat moss + perlite works well).
🔹 Airflow: Moderate airflow is good, but avoid drying winds.
✅ Best for closed terrariums to maintain high humidity.
❌ Avoid letting it dry out – crisp leaves mean low humidity!
 
🏡 Indoor Plant Care
🌞 Light: Low to medium indirect light. No harsh direct sunlight.
💦 Water: Keep consistently moist. Do not let the soil dry out completely.
💨 Humidity: High humidity (50%+). Use a humidity tray or mist frequently.
🌱 Soil: Peaty, well-draining soil. A mix of potting soil, perlite, and sphagnum moss is ideal.
🌡 Temperature: Prefers 18°C – 30°C (perfect for your indoor conditions!). Avoid cold drafts.
✅ Best in a humid bathroom, terrarium, or near a humidifier.
❌ Avoid dry air—leaves turn brown if humidity is too low.
✂️ Propagation
Easily propagated by division or stem cuttings! Just snip a healthy piece and place it in moist soil or sphagnum moss.
🌟 Extra Tips
✔️ Loves a gentle misting every few days.
✔️ Avoid fertilizers—too much can burn its delicate roots.
✔️ Non-toxic to pets, but best kept away from curious paws! 🐾
With the right care, your Peacock Fern will thrive, bringing a touch of shimmering magic to your terrarium or indoor space! 💙🌿✨