Cephalozia mollusca
Cephalozia mollusca, known as Soft scalewort, is a perennial ornamental plant belonging to the Cephaloziaceae family. It prefers part-shade conditions with medium water requirements and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. This evergreen plant typically grows to 0.05–0.1 meters in height and thrives in sandy or loamy soil.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy, Peaty
Height
0.01–0.05 m
Spread
0.05–0.1 m
Zones
1–13
Soft scalewort is best cultivated in part-shade locations. It requires medium watering to maintain its health and appearance. As an evergreen species, it provides year-round visual interest. It is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8.
This plant prefers a soil mix of sandy and loamy types. This combination ensures adequate drainage while retaining sufficient moisture for growth.