How to Care for Davallia mariesii (Rabbit's Foot Fern)
Korean name: 넉줄고사리
Davallia mariesii is a leafy fern known for its soft, thin fronds that spread like vines. Its rhizomes resemble a rabbit's foot, making it distinctive, and it thrives in well-ventilated, indirect light environments. It is a native fern suitable for indoor cultivation.
Key facts
- Category: Foliage plant
- Difficulty: Easy
- Where to keep: indoors
- Native to: Korea, Japan, China
- Growth rate: Slow
- Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
- Traits: beginner friendly, foliage plant, native
- Also known as: Rabbit's Foot Fern, Hare's Foot Fern
Care Guide
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
- Soil: Well-draining loamy soil is best.
- Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
- Temperature: 15~25°C
- Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
Common questions
How often should you water Davallia mariesii?
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Davallia mariesii?
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. You can grow it indoors. Soil: Well-draining loamy soil is best.
Is Davallia mariesii safe around pets?
Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Is Davallia mariesii good for beginners?
Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Temperature: 15~25°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity. Fertiliser: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.