Krauss's clubmoss
NameKrauss's clubmoss
Species NameSelaginella kraussiana
Common NameKrauss's clubmoss
Bonsai Styleforest
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeshallow ceramic pot
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featurescreeping stem, delicate branching, no distinct woody trunk
Foliage Typescale-like leaves
Height (cm)7
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone
Notable FeaturesVibrant green, dense scale-like foliage; creeping growth habit; spore-bearing plant; often used as groundcover or accent in bonsai compositions.
Description
This specimen of Krauss's clubmoss (Selaginella kraussiana) displays vibrant green, scale-like leaves arranged densely along its delicate, creeping stems. While not a traditional woody bonsai tree, this plant is often cultivated as groundcover in terrariums or as an accent plant in bonsai displays due to its lush texture. The image shows a close-up of its characteristic branching foliage, which can form dense, forest-like patches.
