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None Plant Care
Selaginella biformis A.Braun ex Kuhn
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Native to Southeast Asia, this plant's most distinctive visual feature is its vibrant lime green leaves that form a unique rosette pattern. Selaginella biformis is highly sought after by plant collectors for its delicate appearance and ability to thrive in terrariums or as a groundcover in humid environments.
Every 3–5 days
Bright indirect light
65–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for None?
Water None every 3–5 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the None Native To?
What Is the None?
None (Selaginella biformis) belongs to the Selaginellaceae family within the Selaginella genus. None is native to Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Eastern Himalaya, India, Java, Laos, the Lesser Sunda Islands, Myanmar, New Guinea, the Nicobar Islands, the Philippines, the Ryukyu Islands, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, and Vietnam.
None displays a low-growing, spreading groundcover growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. None produces non-flowering plant.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a None?
Selaginella biformis requires watering every 3–5 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 3–5 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the None Need?
None thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing None in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the None Prefer?
Selaginella biformis grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. None prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a None?
Moist, well-draining soil with high organic matter content. Good drainage is essential for None to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a None?
Feed None every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a None?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a None?
None can be propagated through spores, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to spikemoss plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the None Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list None, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the None?
None is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the None Need?
None grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. None is native to Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Eastern Himalaya, India, Java, Laos, the Lesser Sunda Islands, Myanmar, New Guinea, the Nicobar Islands, the Philippines, the Ryukyu Islands, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, and Vietnam. In cooler regions, grow None as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
None is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Selaginella genus — compare its care with other Selaginella species on PlantoScan.
Selaginella is part of the Selaginellaceae plant family — browse all Selaginellaceae genera and species.
None thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Selaginella Species
Other Selaginella species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Selaginella biformis A.Braun ex Kuhn, family Selaginellaceae (first published in Forschungsr. Gazelle, Bot. Alg. 6: 17 (1889)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list None, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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