Adiantum hispidulum aka Rough Maidenhair Fern
Taxonomy
Adiantum hispidulum, also known as rough maidenhair fern or five-fingered jack, is a small fern from the Pteridaceae family that is widely distributed across Africa, Australia, Polynesia, Malesia, New Zealand, and other Pacific Islands. This plant is easy to care for and can grow in open ground or among rocks in sheltered areas. It has a creeping rhizome and its dissected leaves can grow up to 5-7 inches (15-20 cm) in length on long petioles covered with small bristles. The leaf plate can be green or gray. As a popular houseplant, rough maidenhair fern requires regular watering and abundant sunlight, and should be placed no more than 3 feet away from a window.
Common names
Rough Maidenhair Fern, Rosy Maidenhair Fern, Five Fingered Jack, Rough MaidenhairHow to care for Rough Maidenhair Fern
Difficulty
Rough Maidenhair Fern presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.
Water
Rough Maidenhair Fern should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
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.
Lighting
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.
Dormancy
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.
Toxicity
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.
Fertilizer
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.
Growth-pattern
The Rough Maidenhair Fern is characterized by clumping growth, with new shoots emerging from the soil around the primary plant.
Region of origin
Rough Maidenhair Fern’s native range is Worldwide.
More info:
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More Species in Adiantum Genus
Adiantum flabellulatum Fan Leaved Maidenhair Fern
Adiantum capillus
Adiantum fulvum New Zealand Maidenhair Fern
Adiantum concinnum Polished Maidenhair
Adiantum cunninghamii Cunningham's Maidenhair Fern
Adiantum raddianum Delta Maidenhair
Adiantum formosum Giant Maidenhair
Adiantum tricholepis Fuzzy Maidenhair
