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Selaginella kraussiana (Kunze) A.Braun
| Family Name: | Selaginellaceae |
| Common Name: | Mat spike-moss, Trailing Selaginella, Krauss' Spikemoss |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Ferns & Lycophytes (Non-Seed Vascular Plants) (Clubmoss & Spikemoss) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Creeper |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | South Africa |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Container Planting, Terrarium |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting, Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Others
| Master ID | 31382 |
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| Species ID | 5779 |
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