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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Plant Height: 4 - 6 inches
Plant Spread: 12 - 18 inches
Leaves: Good fall color
Evergreen
Other: Bright red stems, deep green upper leaf surface with bright red reverse.
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Underground structures: Rhizome
Suitable Locations: Terrariums
Uses: Groundcover
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Containers: Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Red Selaginella

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