About

This twining climber, reaching 300-600cm, with twining stems with attractive foliage. It produces flowers along its stems.

About the genus

Selaginella are evergreen rhizomatous perennials which may be small and tufted or tall and scrambling, the slender stems covered with small scale-like leaves; spores develop in short terminal spikes

Plant details

Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas

Care notes

CultivationFertile soil with roots in shade
PruningPrune to control size
PropagationLayer stems or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMildew in still conditions