Basket Fern (Drynaria Rigidula) is a perennial fern in the Polypodiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Drynaria rigidula is a robust epiphytic fern known for its basket-like nest fronds and long creeping rhizomes.

Basket Fern

Basket Fern

Drynaria Rigidula

Drynaria rigidula is a robust epiphytic fern known for its basket-like nest fronds and long creeping rhizomes.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover on rocks, epiphytic display

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Basket Fern

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Polypodiaceae
Genus:Drynaria