What is the flower name of the maidenhair fern? Let us learn about its other names
The maidenhair fern is a common home potted foliage plant. Because its stems are slender and its color resembles wire, everyone calls it the maidenhair fern. Do not underestimate this potted plant; wherever it grows, there is calcareous soil. Placing the maidenhair fern in the living room or bedroom, it can grow very well even without sunlight.
Other names of the maidenhair fern
Wire grass, maiden's hair, wire fern, and water pig bristle soil.
Growth habits of the maidenhair fern
The maidenhair fern likes fertile, well-drained calcareous sandy loam; for home potted plants, loam, leaf mold and river sand can be mixed together. The maidenhair fern is native to the banks of flowing streams or dripping rock walls at an altitude of 100~2800 m, and is an indicator plant of calcareous soil.
The suitable growth temperature for the maidenhair fern during the day is 21~25°C, and at night 12~15°C. As long as the temperature is above 5°C, the leaves will remain fresh green, but below 5°C the leaves will be frostbitten.
The maidenhair fern likes scattered light and is afraid of direct sunlight. Indoors, it should be placed in a bright place; even if placed for 1 year, it can still grow normally.
Symbolism of the maidenhair fern
Elegance, the delicacy of a maiden.
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