How to Care for Davallia fejeensis (Rabbit's Foot Fern)

Korean name: 토끼발고사리

The Rabbit's Foot Fern is a fern species characterized by its soft, hairy fronds resembling a rabbit's foot. It is commonly grown as a houseplant and thrives in well-ventilated areas with moderate humidity.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Fiji Islands
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: houseplant, shade tolerant, beginner friendly, humidity loving
• Also known as: Rabbit's Foot Fern, Hare's Foot Fern

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-draining acidic soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer.

Common questions

How often should you water Davallia fejeensis?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Davallia fejeensis?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining acidic soil is ideal..

Is Davallia fejeensis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Davallia fejeensis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer..