What to Do When Selaginella uncinata Wilts? Causes and Solutions

When Selaginella uncinata shows signs of wilting, start addressing it by ensuring light, loosening the soil, and controlling temperature. Make sure Selaginella uncinata gets at least 6-9 hours of ample light every day, loosen and replace the potting soil, add base fertilizer, and keep the temperature between 14-26°C.

How to Fix a Wilting Selaginella uncinata

1. Light

Selaginella uncinata is a plant that quite likes light. If it receives insufficient light, it will wilt and wither. Therefore, while ensuring Selaginella uncinata has fairly abundant moisture, you must also ensure its light duration, and the daily light time must not be less than 6-9 hours.

2. Soil replacement

The potting soil of Selaginella uncinata sometimes runs out of fertility and can no longer provide sufficient nutrients, the soil becomes compacted into clumps that hinder root respiration, or weeds grow and rob it of nutrients. At such times, the potting soil must be turned over and reworked: break up the compacted clumps of soil, remove debris and weeds, replenish base fertilizer, and replace the soil if necessary.

3. Temperature control

The temperature suitable for the growth and development of Selaginella uncinata is between 14-26°C. Within this temperature range, Selaginella uncinata can develop and grow normally. If the temperature is higher than 35°C, Selaginella uncinata will dry up; conversely, if it is lower than 6°C, it will suffer cold damage. Therefore, be ready to protect it from cold or cool it down in good time.