Is Hare's-foot Fern safe for pets?

Yes, Hare's-foot Fern (Davallia Canariensis) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Hare's-foot Fern easy to care for?

Hare's-foot Fern has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and partial_shade or filtered_light light.

Can Hare's-foot Fern grow indoors?

Hare's-foot Fern is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Hare's-foot Fern (Davallia Canariensis) is a perennial fern in the Davalliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Davallia canariensis is a species of fern known for its distinctive furry rhizomes and finely divided fronds.

Last updated: February 2026

Hare's-foot Fern

Davallia Canariensis

Davallia canariensis is a species of fern known for its distinctive furry rhizomes and finely divided fronds.

Quick Facts

Type

fern

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Partial Shade, filtered_light

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, air purification, groundcover in shaded areas

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hare's-foot 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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Taxonomy

Family:Davalliaceae

Genus:Davallia