Oakleaf Basket Fern (Drynaria Quercifolia) is a perennial fern in the Polypodiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate 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. It can be grown indoors.

Drynaria quercifolia is a robust, deciduous epiphytic fern with a long, creeping rhizome, growing up to 1 meter tall.

Oakleaf Basket Fern

Oakleaf Basket Fern

Drynaria Quercifolia

Drynaria quercifolia is a robust, deciduous epiphytic fern with a long, creeping rhizome, growing up to 1 meter tall.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, epiphytic display, ground cover in shaded areas

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oakleaf Basket 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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Oakleaf Basket Fern
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Taxonomy

Family:Polypodiaceae
Genus:Drynaria