Walking Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum Philippense) is a perennial fern in the Pteridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Adiantum philippense is a species of maidenhair fern widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, known for its delicate, half-moon shaped fronds and creeping rhizomes.

Walking Maidenhair Fern

Walking Maidenhair Fern

Adiantum Philippense

Adiantum philippense is a species of maidenhair fern widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, known for its delicate, half-moon shaped fronds and creeping rhizomes.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Walking Maidenhair Fern

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Walking Maidenhair Fern
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Taxonomy

Family:Pteridaceae
Genus:Adiantum