What are the characteristics of the maidenhair fern? Let us introduce you to this fern
The maidenhair fern is a common foliage plant for home potting. Because its stems are slender and resemble iron wire in color, everyone calls it the maidenhair fern. Do not underestimate this potted plant: where it grows, there is calcareous soil. Place the maidenhair fern in the living room or bedroom, and it can grow well even without sunlight.
Other names of the maidenhair fern
Iron-wire grass, maiden's hair, iron-wire grass, water pig bristle soil.
Growth habits of the maidenhair fern
The maidenhair fern likes fertile, well-drained calcareous sandy loam; for home potting, loam, leaf mold and river sand can be mixed together. The maidenhair fern is native to streamsides with flowing water or dripping rock walls at altitudes of 100-2800 m, and is an indicator plant of calcareous soil.
The suitable growing 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 stay fresh green, but below 5°C the leaves will suffer cold damage.
The maidenhair fern likes diffused light and is afraid of direct sunlight. Indoors, it should be placed in a bright spot; even if placed there for 1 year, it can still grow normally.
The symbolism of the maidenhair fern
Elegance, the delicacy of a maiden.
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