Ferns

Nephrolepis, Asplenium, Adiantum

Also called · Boston fern · bird's nest fern · maidenhair · paku pakis

Soft, feathery or wavy leaves. Ferns grow on the shady, damp forest floor.

LightBright shade
WaterKeep it moist
WhereBalcony or porch

Care tag · 22

“Never let it dry out, and keep it out of the sun.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Shade or bright shade. Direct sun browns the leaves.
  2. 02

    Water

    Keep the soil moist. For bird's nest ferns, water the soil, not the centre of the plant.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Rich potting soil that holds moisture.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A weak feed once a month.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • Peat moss

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Crispy brown leaves

    Too dry or too sunny. Trim them off, water more and move it into shade.

  • Leaves shedding tiny pieces everywhere

    Dry air. Keep it with other plants, away from the air-conditioning.

Balcony or porch

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