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Commonly known as Maidenhair Fern. Its delicate, fan-shaped leaflets on fine black stems create a soft, graceful appearance that brings elegance and freshness to any interior. A beautiful choice for shaded areas, Adiantum adds a lush, airy texture to homes, offices, or terrariums.
Key Features:
- Elegant fern with light, feathery foliage.
- Thrives in humid, low-light environments.
- Adds a refined, natural touch to interiors.
- Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, or shaded living spaces.
Care Tips:
- Position: Prefers bright, indirect light or partial shade; avoid direct sunlight.
- Soil/Compost: Use a moisture-retentive, well-draining compost rich in organic matter.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; never allow it to dry out completely.
- Feeding: Apply a diluted liquid fertiliser every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.
- Aftercare: Trim dead fronds to encourage new growth. Maintain high humidity by misting or placing near a pebble tray.
Adiantum is a graceful, refreshing fern that brings softness, lush greenery, and a calming atmosphere to any shaded indoor space.
Indoor growing & care
- Plant type
- fern
- Position & light
- Partial shade
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist· Consistently moist
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