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MicroExotics – Isopods, Terrarium

Supplies & Exotic Invertebrates UK

At MicroExotics, we specialise in isopods for sale UK, premium terrarium supplies UK, and a wide range of exotic invertebrates UK. From rare Cubaris and Porcellio species to leaf-cutter ants, mantises, and millipedes, our livestock is ethically sourced and expertly cared for.

We also stock everything you need to build thriving enclosures – substrates, leaf litter, plants, wood, and décor – making us your one-stop shop for bioactive setups.

Bring nature home with MicroExotics – the UK’s trusted supplier for isopods, terrariums, and exotic invertebrates


⚠️ Shipping Update – Heatwave Delays

Due to the ongoing UK heatwave, we've temporarily paused shipping of all live livestock and plants to ensure they arrive safely.

The good news is that temperatures are forecast to drop significantly next week, and we'll be resuming dispatches.

Current dispatch schedule:

  • Orders placed 29th June – 5th July: Dispatching Monday.
  • Orders placed 6th July – 12th July: Dispatching Tuesday & Wednesday.
  • New orders placed from today: Dispatching from 27th July.

We've built up a large backlog during the heatwave, so we're bringing in additional staff and implementing a new workflow to get orders out as quickly as possible.

We sincerely apologise for the delay and thank you for your patience. The welfare of our livestock and plants will always come first.

If you would prefer not to wait, we're happy to offer a full refund. Simply get in touch and we'll arrange this for you.

Thank you for your understanding,

Adam & the MicroExotics Team

Selaginella willdenowii

Selaginella willdenowii

Store / Plants and Moss
SKU 00567
£17.99
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Selaginella willdenowii

Data Sheet

  • Scientific Name: Selaginella willdenowii
  • Common Name: Peacock Fern, Willdenow’s Spikemoss
  • Growth Habit: Low-growing, creeping groundcover
  • Origin: Cultivated (native to Southeast Asia)
  • Temperature Range: 20–26°C
  • Care Level: ★★★☆☆ (3/5 – moderate, prefers stable humidity)

Description

The Selaginella willdenowii is a striking terrarium plant, admired for its metallic, iridescent foliage that shimmers blue and turquoise under the right light. Despite often being called the “Peacock Fern,” it is not a true fern but a spikemoss, belonging to an ancient group of plants that thrive in moist, shaded environments.

This species forms a dense, creeping carpet of foliage, making it an excellent choice for use as a groundcover in terrariums and vivariums. It thrives in humid, consistently moist conditions with bright but indirect light. High humidity is essential to prevent drying and maintain its signature iridescent sheen.

Perfect for adding vibrant colour and a tropical feel, the Selaginella willdenowii is a fantastic choice for plant collectors and terrarium builders who want a showpiece groundcover with a prehistoric twist.

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