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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates cool, bright indoor terrarium light
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the substrate to dry out completely
Temperature
Thrives in cool temperate conditions; avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear, needle-like leaves arranged in opposite pairs, bright green and densely packed
- Flower: Inconspicuous apetalous white blooms with 4 greenish-white sepals
- Stem: Slender, creeping stems that root at nodes to form continuous dense mats
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture; water when the top 1 cm of soil feels dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 4 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive foliage growth that disrupts mat formation
Composted coffee grounds tea：Use fully composted grounds diluted 1:40 with water for root drench; avoid applying undiluted grounds to prevent soil acidity spikesPruning
- Trim back overgrown mats to maintain a neat, uniform ground cover
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage to improve airflow and reduce fungal risk
- Thin dense patches in humid conditions to prevent moisture buildup
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no adverse effects expected from ingestion or contact
Humans: No toxic effects reported in humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover for rock gardens, pathway edges, and closed terrariums
