Spike Moss Resurrection Plant Seeds
Spike Moss Resurrection Plant Seeds
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Easily grow your backyard garden with these Spike Moss Resurrection Plant Seeds. Renowned for its vibrant bright green hue, this plant emanates a sense of freshness and vitality that is sure to breathe life into any space. The Spike Moss is versatile when it comes to lighting requirements, adapting well to partial to full shade, making it an adaptable choice for various indoor environments.
Specifications:
- Color: Bright Green
- Hardiness Zone: 8- 10 / House Plant
- Plant Height: 6 - 12”
- Plant Spacing: 6 - 9”
- Light Requirements: Partial – Full Shade
- Soil& Water Preferences: See Description Below
- Quantity: 1 Large Live Plant
- Historical context: The Spike Moss Resurrection Plant, scientifically known as Selaginella lepidophylla, is a species of desert plant in the spikemoss family (Selaginellaceae). It is also known as the Rose of Jericho, and is famous for its ability to survive extreme dehydration.
- Geographical origination: This plant is native to the Chihuahuan Desert which spans across the United States and Mexico.
- Relevant cultural significance: The plant has been used in folk medicine and is also popular in religious rituals due to its 'resurrection' properties.
- Time period of discovery: The exact time period of discovery is not well-documented, but it has been known to local cultures for centuries.
- Original habitat: The plant thrives in arid desert conditions.
- Notable historical uses: Historically, it has been used for medicinal purposes and as a symbol of rebirth and resurrection in various cultures.
- Ideal temperature range: The plant prefers hot, dry climates but can survive in a wide range of temperatures.
- Soil type: It thrives in sandy, well-drained soils.
- Sunlight requirements: It requires full sun to partial shade.
- Watering needs: Watering should be minimal as the plant is drought-tolerant. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
- Planting season: It can be planted at any time of the year, but spring is the best time for planting.
- Germination time: The seeds typically germinate in 2-4 weeks.
- Growth cycle duration: The plant reaches maturity in about 2 years.
- Common pests and diseases: It is generally resistant to most pests and diseases.
- Companion planting advice: It can be planted with other desert plants that have similar water and sunlight needs.
- Common challenges and solutions: The main challenge is overwatering. The solution is to water sparingly and ensure the soil is well-drained.
- Nutritional values: The plant is not typically consumed for its nutritional value.
- Health benefits: In traditional medicine, it has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory and skin conditions.
- Culinary uses: It is not commonly used in cooking.
- Medicinal uses: It has been used in traditional medicine for its purported health benefits.
- Other unique advantages: The plant's unique ability to 'resurrect' from a dried state makes it a fascinating addition to any garden or as an indoor plant.
