Selaginella erythropus Sanguinea – Indoor Plants

Selaginella erythropus Sanguinea (Ruby Red Club Moss) is an attractive, evergreen perennial with unique shading and mounding habit Club Moss. It has spreading branches of fan-like leaves that are dark green on top, with deep ruby red undersides and red stems. It is great for growing as in a small pot or hanging basket, groundcover for shaded moist areas, or terrarium design.

Scientific classification:

Family: Selaginellaceae
Genus: Selaginella
Scientific Name: Selaginella erythropus Sanguinea
Common Name: Ruby Red Club Moss, Ruby Red Selaginella moss, Red Selaginella.

How to grow and maintain Selaginella erythropus Sanguinea:

Light:
It thrives best in partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight.

Soil:
It grows best in a well-drained, peat moss-based potting mix with perlite.

Water:
Water your plant regularly during the growing season and always keep the soil evenly moist but never allow your plant to sit in water.

Temperature:

It prefers an average room temperature of 65°F – 75°F / 18°C – 24°C. Selaginella doesn’t like it too cold or too hot, especially drafts. Keep this plant away from doorways and air vents.

Fertilizer:
Fertilize once a month during spring through fall with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half.

Pruning:
Prune it back in spring to keep this spreading plant under control. You can prune up to half of the plant if you need it.

Propagation:
Selaginella erythropus Sanguinea is easily propagated by division or stem cuttings. Stems may root into the ground near the tips, and new plants can be started from these.

Pests and Diseases:
There is no serious pest or disease problems. Sometimes attacked by Mealy Bugs and spider mites.