Read practical advice
Explore straightforward guides for choosing, using and caring for garden products.
Visit the Advice CentrePots & planters
Everything useful in one place, with the most important information kept separate from the buying controls above.
Humata tyermannii
Confirmed format: 18cm Pot
Plant Highlights: Graceful arching fronds • Distinctive furry rhizomes • Supplied in an 18cm hanging pot • Thrives in humid indoor conditions • Adds texture and character year-round
Humata tyermannii, commonly known as the Rabbit's Foot Fern, is an attractive indoor fern grown for its finely divided green fronds and its distinctive fuzzy rhizomes that gradually creep over the edge of the pot. These soft, silvery-brown rhizomes give the plant its common name and create an unusual ornamental feature alongside the delicate foliage. Supplied in an 18cm hanging pot, this fern is ideal for displaying at eye level, where both the graceful fronds and decorative rhizomes can be fully appreciated. Its cascading habit brings a fresh, natural feel to living spaces and pairs beautifully with other foliage houseplants.
Rabbit's Foot Fern offers more than just attractive foliage. The soft, creeping rhizomes create a fascinating feature that becomes more impressive as the plant matures, giving it year-round character and making it a favourite among fern enthusiasts.
| Botanical Name | Humata tyermannii |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Rabbit's Foot Fern |
| Plant Type | Indoor fern |
| Foliage | Fine, divided evergreen fronds |
| Habit | Arching, spreading with creeping rhizomes |
| Position | Bright, indirect light |
| Soil Type | Free-draining, moisture-retentive houseplant compost |
| Mature Height | Approximately 20cm to 30cm |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 30cm to 50cm |
| Positioning | Position in bright, indirect light, avoiding strong direct sunshine that can scorch the delicate fronds. |
|---|---|
| Watering | Keep the compost evenly moist but not waterlogged, allowing only the surface to dry slightly between waterings. |
| Humidity | Enjoys moderate to high humidity and grows particularly well in naturally bright bathrooms or kitchens. |
| Rhizome Care | Avoid covering the furry rhizomes with compost, as they naturally grow across the surface and should remain exposed. |
| Product Title | Humata tyermannii / Hanging Pot / 18Cm |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Humata tyermannii |
| Supplied Format | 18cm Hanging Pot (P18) |
| Plant Type | Indoor Fern |
| Light Requirements | Bright, indirect light |
| Key Feature | Delicate evergreen fronds and distinctive furry creeping rhizomes |

Choose with confidence
Compare sizes and materials, read practical potting advice or visit us to see the range in person.
Explore straightforward guides for choosing, using and caring for garden products.
Visit the Advice CentreVisit Easy Garden to compare products in person and speak with our team.
Plan your visit