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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers deep to partial shade; direct sunlight will scorch delicate fronds
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the growing medium to dry out completely
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate conditions; tolerates brief light frost without permanent damage
Characteristics
- Frond: Triangular, finely divided dark green foliage; stipe base is black and scaly
- Sori: Round, clustered spore-producing structures on underside of frond segments
- Habit: Tight clumping, low-growing evergreen fern
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; mist fronds to boost ambient humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed every 6 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can damage frond growth
Composted eggshell tea：Steep fully composted crushed eggshells in water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 before applying as a root drench to avoid nutrient buildupPruning
- Remove brown, dead fronds at the base to improve airflow and tidy appearance
- Trim damaged frond tips to maintain a neat, uniform shape
- Divide overcrowded clumps in early spring to propagate and refresh the plant
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental shade groundcover, indoor terrarium plant, rock garden accent
