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Phlebodium 'Blue Fern' is a striking fern species with characteristic, bluish-green fronds that instantly add a touch of ambiance to your interior. This epiphytic fern originates from subtropical regions and thrives in a bright bathroom or hallway with sufficient humidity. For novice plant enthusiasts, caring for it is surprisingly easy, provided you pay proper attention to watering, light, and humidity.
How to care for a Phlebodium 'Blue Fern'
Watering Phlebodium 'Blue Fern'
Phlebodium 'Blue Fern' likes regular watering, but not soggy soil. Water the plant about once a week, depending on the room temperature and humidity. Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot. During warm, dry spells, you can increase the humidity with a plant mister .
Light for Phlebodium 'Blue Fern'
This fern thrives in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can burn the leaves, while too little light makes them yellow and weak. Place your Phlebodium in a bright room, out of the harsh midday sun, for example, near an east- or west-facing window. Do you have a dark corner? Combine it with a ZZ plant or a Dracaena marginata for extra greenery.
Is Phlebodium 'Blue Fern' poisonous?
Good news for pets and young children: Phlebodium 'Blue Fern' is non-toxic. So you don't have to worry about curious cats or playful little ones. Want to discover more non-toxic houseplants? Then check out our collection of safe houseplants .
Common problems
Yellow leaves
Yellow leaves often indicate soil that is either too wet or too dry. Check the soil's moisture and adjust your watering schedule. Overwatering can be easily remedied by temporarily reducing watering and moving the pot to a location with better air circulation. For tips on root rot, see our blog post on root rot in houseplants .
Plant drips
If moisture drips from the bottom of the pot, your Phlebodium has been overwatered or the pot is sitting on a damp surface. Let the pot drain in your bathroom and provide a saucer with hydro grains for better drainage. A pot with drainage holes prevents stagnant water, which is essential for healthy ferns.
Plagues
Ferns can be affected by spider mites or mealybugs, especially in dry areas. Regularly inspect the undersides of the leaves and treat them with sticky traps to repel fungus gnats or an organic spray. Higher humidity makes your plant less attractive to insects.
Roots emerge from the bottom of the pot
Epiphytic ferns like Phlebodium develop aerial roots that happily grow out of the pot. This isn't a cause for concern; the plant is simply looking for more support and nutrients. You can guide aerial roots with a moss stick or cover a plank with sphagnum moss via our peat moss page .
Brown edges on leaves
Brown leaf edges are caused by low humidity or salt buildup from hard water. Increase the humidity by spraying the plant or placing it on a saucer with hydro grains. Use filtered or rainwater to prevent limescale buildup and regularly dust the leaves with a microfiber dusting glove .
Species of Phlebodium and related ferns
- Phlebodium pseudoaureum 'Blue Star'
- Platycerium bifurcatum (Staghorn fern)
- Asplenium antiquum 'Osaka' ( Asplenium antiquum osaka )
- Microsorum diversifolium (Kangaroo Paw Fern)
- Nephrolepis exaltata (Foxtail fern)
- Blechnum gibbum (Scale fern)
- Polypodium aureum 'Mandianum'
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Choose Phlebodium 'Blue Fern' today and make your interior shine. Add this fern's evocative power to your shopping cart via the product page or combine it with accessories like a plant hanger for a complete set.
