Botrychium virginianum aka Common Grape Fern

Taxonomy

Common names

Common Grape Fern, Common Grapefern, Rattlesnake Fern

How to care for Common Grape Fern

Difficulty

Caring for Common Grape Fern is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Water

Common Grape Fern should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Common Grape Fern loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Common Grape Fern prefers bright indirect 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.

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 Common Grape 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

New growth will sprout from the top of the Common Grape Fern as it grows vertically.

Region of origin

Common Grape Fern’s native range is N. Europe, E. Asia. N. America and S. America.


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