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Selaginella uncinata
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Terrestrial, creeping plant suitable for terrariums, paludariums, and high-humidity indoor displays. Delivered as small stems only (not a pot or established clump).
Selaginella uncinata is a compact (also known as Iridescent Selaginella), low-growing spikemoss valued for its fine texture and subtle blue-green iridescence under shaded, humid conditions. It forms a tight, spreading mat, making it an excellent ground cover or foreground accent in tropical terrarium setups.
Important distinction: This plant is sometimes sold under the name Peacock Moss or Blue Spikemoss, the true Peacock Moss is Selaginella willdenowii. Compared to S. willdenowii, S. uncinata has:
- Smaller, finer foliage
- A more compact, creeping growth habit
- A subtler blue sheen that is highly condition-dependent
Both species are offered separately, as they differ in appearance and growth behavior.
On arrival, foliage may appear more green or olive-toned and will gradually develop coloration as the plant acclimates to stable humidity and light.
Details:
- Sold as 2-3 stems (not a pot or bunch)
- Low, creeping, spreading growth habit
- Fine blue-green foliage with iridescent sheen
- Color intensity depends on humidity and shade
- Ideal for terrariums, vivariums, and paludariums
Care Tips:
Prefers shaded to semi-shaded environments with consistently high humidity and evenly moist substrate. Avoid drying out or direct, intense lighting, which can reduce coloration. Best suited for enclosed or humidity-stable setups.
Note: Color, leaf size, and sheen vary with conditions. Appearance improves after acclimation and is never identical to Selaginella willdenowii.
Image Variations:
Images show typical examples for illustrative purposes only; actual appearance varies by age, batch, and whether grown emersed or submersed. Red varieties may arrive greener and will naturally gain their colour over time with proper lighting and conditions. Items are considered accepted once delivery is completed, and normal variation cannot be used as a basis for concern or a service request.
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There is strictly no replacement, return, or refund on any live animal and no guarantee or warranty on all livestocks after adding them to your aquarium. DOA (Dead On Arrival) must be notified immediately with proof and will be rewarded with a replacement or credit note.
All our live stocks are thoroughly tested and quarantined before packing and guaranteed to arrive free of tapeworms or diseases.
Tropical fish and inverts must be expected to lose color during transport and will arrive pale or white, a proper environment and diet is needed to regain coloration.
Any death or illnss of live animals after being added to an aquarium cannot be replaced or refunded. If such problems are encountered then it is connected to aquarium conditions or noncompatible tank mates (e.g. mixing with fish or plants from other sources).
Fish acclimation to a new aquarium is the sole responsibility of the buyer and not the Discus.ae delivery team.
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