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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; tolerates full shade; avoid harsh direct midday sun that can scorch delicate foliage
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; use soft, room-temperature water to prevent leaf browning
Temperature
Thrives in cool, consistent temperatures; avoid extreme heat above 25°C and frost below 0°C
Characteristics
- Foliage: Small, scale-like leaves arranged in dense, overlapping whorls; bright to deep emerald green
- Stems: Slender, creeping stems that root at nodes to spread horizontally
- Sporangia: Tiny cone-like strobili at stem tips bearing reproductive spores
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture; mist foliage 1–2 times weekly to boost humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 6 weeks. Use only highly diluted feed to prevent nutrient buildup in compact soil
Composted eggshell powder：Mix a small amount of finely ground, fully dried eggshell powder into topsoil every 3 months to support root health; avoid over-application to prevent soil alkalinityPruning
- Trim back brown or dead foliage to maintain a neat, uniform mat appearance
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
- Remove any yellowed growth to redirect energy to healthy, actively growing foliage
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Shaded rock garden ground cover; closed terrarium ornamental plant
