How to grow and care for Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm.
Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm.
How often should I water?
check Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. need?
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
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This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Polytrichastrum formosum (Hedw.) G.L.Sm. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Bryophyta, Class: Polytrichopsida, Order: Polytrichales, Family: Polytrichaceae, Genus: Polytrichum, Species: Polytrichum formosum
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Bryophyta |
| Class | Polytrichopsida |
| Order | Polytrichales |
| Family | Polytrichaceae |
| Genus | Polytrichum |
| Species | Polytrichum formosum |
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