Rainbow / Peacock Moss
Selaginella uncinata
Rainbow Moss, also known as Peacock Moss (Selaginella uncinata), is a stunning, iridescent ground-cover plant that shimmers with blue, teal, and green tones under the right lighting. Its soft, fern-like foliage creates a lush forest-floor look, making it a standout choice for bioactive vivariums and terrariums.
This plant thrives in warm, high-humidity environments and is ideal for mantis enclosures, jumping spider habitats, dart frog vivariums, and other tropical invertebrate or small reptile setups. Rainbow Moss spreads slowly along the substrate, around hardscape, and beneath taller plants, adding depth, color, and natural hiding spots.
Features:
Live tropical ground-cover plant
Iridescent blue-green foliage under indirect light
Soft, fern-like texture
Excellent for bioactive and high-humidity enclosures
Adds natural cover and visual contrast
Care Notes:
Light: Low to medium indirect light (avoid intense lighting)
Humidity: High
Water: Keep consistently moist; do not allow to dry out
Growth: Slow to moderate