Description
The glossy leaves add beautiful texture to any living space. As we said, the plant is known to be extremely hardy and can tolerate sudden changes in the environment such as drought.
Key Information andPlant Overview
- Binomial Name: Asplenium parvati
- Care Level: Easy to medium
- Light: Bright indirect or filtered light
- Water: Keep soil moist
- Pet Friendly: Yes
The thick, green fronds of the Parvati Fern are extremely hardy. If you are known for killing ferns, try this one! The glossy leaves add beautiful texture to any living space. As we said, the plant is known to be extremely hardy and can tolerate sudden changes in the environment such as drought. We all know how hard ferns are to keep alive! Look no further, you may have found your next best fern friend BFF?!
PlantX Top Tip: Be careful to not handle young or new foliage as they are susceptible to significant damage.
How to Care for Parvati Fern
- Light: Bright indirect or filtered light.
- Water: Keep the soil slightly moist. Water thoroughly and drain any excess water.
- Humidity: Average relative humidity of 25% to 49%
- Temperature: Average from 18C to 24C (65F to 75F)
- Fertilizer: Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer – this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
- Soil: Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.
- Propagation: Division
- Repotting: This can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2 larger in diameter than the original pot.
- Cleaning Tip: Gently remove dried, browning mature leaves from the base.
- Toxicity: Non-toxic. Always keep plants out of reach of pets and children.
Parvati Fern – Common Problems
The leaves are turning brown and dying: Remove the brown foliage. Ensure youre keeping the soil evenly moist and providing the plant with ample humidity.
The plant is dying out in the middle: There are two reasons for this. The first reason, provide bright, indirect light to ensure healthy new growth. The second reason, the plant may need to be divided – yay! Two plants.
My plant isnt growing any new leaves: Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer – this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10. Place your plant in bright indirect light. Direct light will cause burning on the leaves.
Signs of Overwatering: New growth becomes soft and brown and the leaves begin to drop.
Common Pests: Spider mites and fungus gnats.
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