Adiantum hispidulum aka Rough Maidenhair Fern

Rough Maidenhair Fern presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.

Rough Maidenhair Fern should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Rough Maidenhair Fern is very sensitive to dry soil. To ensure your Five Fingered Jack is thriving and blooming, choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil should still allow for adequate drainage and contain lots of organic matter. Coco coir or sphagnum moss are great soil additives that will help to retain moisture and provide your Rosy Maidenhair Fern with the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. Make sure to mix these soil additives into the potting soil before planting and water the soil thoroughly. By providing your Rough Maidenhair Fern with a well-draining, moisture-retaining soil, you can help to maximize its growth and keep it blooming.

To ensure optimal growth, the Rough Maidenhair Fern prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the wintertime, it's common for Rough Maidenhair Fern to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.

The Rough Maidenhair Fern grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.

The Rough Maidenhair Fern is characterized by clumping growth, with new shoots emerging from the soil around the primary plant.

Rough Maidenhair Fern’s native range is Worldwide.