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This type of moss will bring the majesty of the peacock to your terrarium or houseplant display, with its bright turquoise and green foliage, whose fronds end in delicate points reminiscent of the shape of peacock feathers. This plant works well in a terrarium, where it will get plenty of moisture and the humidity levels will stay high enough, as well as its roots being consistently moist without being waterlogged. Use this eyecatching moss to add colour and shape to your terrarium or bathroom and it will repay your care with more feather-like foliage!
Scientific Name Selaginella uncinata (little club moss, hooked at the end)
Common Name Peacock Moss, Blue Spike Moss, Rainbow Moss, Peacock Spike Moss
Origin Native to Southern China Light Place this plant in bright, indirect light; it will get scorched it it gets too much sun! Water This plant loves to be consistently moist. It is a type of moss, so try and keep its roots happy and hydrated. Bottom-watering works well here, as too much water in the foliage can lead to rot.
Humidity This plant loves high humidity, and will benefit from a closed, terrarium environment or from a humidity tray.
Soil In a terrarium, ensure you have well-draining soil which will suit the closed ecosystem. In a pot, use a moisture retentive soil; something designed for ferns should work well here. Repot when the plant crowds the pot too much; in a terrarium, keep it trimmed to fit in the enclosed space.
Food This plant grows well without a fertiliser; fresh soil or a repot once a year will give it enough nutrition. Temperature Average temperatures of 18-30°C are fine; make sure it doesn't get colder than 15°C in winter.
Pet-safe Yes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!
Sprouts Top Tips The key to caring for this plant is maintaining high humidity. A terrarium or enclosed area will help with this. Ensure that its soil remains evenly moist, especially when grown in a open environment, where it will dry out much quicker.
We have launched our first (hopefully monthly) ‘Letter from the Founder’ blog post. I talk about a string of bad luck, from water gushing from various ceilings in my life to a break-in, and also reflect on the incredible work we have done to win two awards earlier this year. I look ahead to what’s coming up in August, projects we are working on with our clients, and some thoughts about the rest of the year. And I give an insight into my brain, why I am who I am and why I’m so thankful for all the opportunities, passion and excitement that running Sprouts has given me as a founder and as a woman.