Cystopteris fragilis aka Brittle Bladder Fern

Are you up for a challenge? Brittle Bladder Fern will test your gardening skills and require extra care and attention to thrive.

Brittle Bladder Fern should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Brittle Bladder 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.

To ensure optimal growth, the Brittle Bladder 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.

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

The Brittle Bladder Fern is a clumping species, with new growth arising from the soil surrounding the parent plant.

Brittle Bladder Fern’s native range is Cosmopolitan, found in most areas of the world, including Britain, but only on mountains in Tropics.