How to tend a Nephrolepis obliterata

Also known as: Nephrolepis saligna Carruth., Nephrolepis sieberi C.Presl, Nephrodium obliteratum R.Br., Aspidium obliteratum (R.Br.) Spreng., Arthropteris obliterata var. linearis (F.M.Bailey) Domin, Arthropteris obliterata (R.Br.) C.Chr.

Watering

Likes wet environments, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Strong resistant to shade, put in places with scattered light

Soil

Slightly acidic sandy soil with loose texture or special humus soil

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Tropical Subtropical areas
Category
Nephrolepidaceae, Nephrolepis
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Fern plants, no flowering
Flower colors
Leaf color dark brown
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