PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect or filtered shade; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch delicate fronds
Watering
Keep growing medium evenly moist but not waterlogged; allow the top 1 cm of medium to dry between waterings
Temperature
Thrives in 15–22°C; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C to prevent frond browning
Characteristics
- Frond: Crested, ruffled bright green fronds, pinnately divided with crested terminal tips
- Rhizome: Creeping, scaly brown rhizomes that anchor to bark or rock surfaces
- Sori: Clustered spore-producing structures on undersides of mature fronds
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture; mist fronds 2–3 times weekly to boost humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 6 weeks. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent frond burn; cease feeding in autumn and winter
Spent tea leaf compost tea：Steep fully composted spent black tea leaves in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; discard solid leaves to avoid mold growthPruning
- Trim browning frond tips with clean scissors to maintain a tidy appearance
- Remove completely dead, yellowed fronds at the base to improve airflow
- Divide overcrowded rhizome clumps in spring to propagate new plants
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no reported poisoning cases
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from handling or ingestion
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental epiphyte for terrariums, hanging planters, or shaded rock gardens
