Selaginella kraussiana ‘Mini’

Family: Selaginellaceae

Type: Tropical creeping groundcover

Environment: Terrarium / Paludarium / High humidity indoor

Description:

Selaginella kraussiana ‘Mini’ is a delicate, moss-like tropical groundcover known for its fine, dense foliage and bright, vibrant green color. The plant forms soft, cushion-like mats that spread naturally, creating a lush forest-floor aesthetic in terrariums and bioactive setups. Its tiny leaves and compact growth make it ideal for miniature landscapes and detailed terrarium compositions.

Growth Habit:

Creeping and low-growing. It spreads horizontally and maintains a petite, compact structure when humidity is consistently high.

Ideal Conditions:

Light: Low to medium indirect light. Avoid strong direct sun.
Humidity: Very high (75–100%). Thrives in closed terrariums.
Water: Keep substrate evenly moist; never allow to dry out.
Temperature: Warm, 20–26°C.

Care Notes:

This plant is extremely sensitive to drying out. It performs best in controlled environments such as closed terrariums or paludariums, where humidity and moisture remain stable.

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