Phlebodium areolatum aka False Golden Polypody

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for False Golden Polypody due to its easy-going nature.

False Golden Polypody should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

False Golden Polypody requires special care to keep it thriving. Its sensitivity to dry soil means that you need to be especially careful when it comes to selecting the right potting soil. Look for a soil that will retain moisture, but is also well-draining. A good potting soil should have plenty of organic material, such as coco coir or sphagnum moss, which will help to keep the soil moist and provide extra nutrition for your plant. When planting your False Golden Polypody, make sure to mix the soil with some compost or manure to give it an extra boost of nutrients. Additionally, you should water your plant often to ensure that the soil remains moist. With the right care and attention, your False Golden Polypody will bloom beautifully in your home.

To ensure optimal growth, the False Golden Polypody 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.

False Golden Polypody is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

Repotting the False Golden Polypody is necessary either when it has doubled in size or once every year, whichever happens first. With fresh potting soil replenished annually, the plant will receive all the necessary nutrients, rendering the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that the source of a plant's energy is the sun, not fertilizer.

The False Golden Polypody is a clump-forming species, with new growth originating from the soil surrounding the main plant.

False Golden Polypody’s native range is Tropical and Subtropical Americas.