Austral Filmy Fern (Hymenophyllum Australe) is a perennial fern in the Hymenophyllaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full 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.

A relatively large rupestral and epiphytic filmy fern indigenous to eastern Australia, typically found growing on rocks in moist, shaded environments.

Austral Filmy Fern

Austral Filmy Fern

Hymenophyllum Australe

A relatively large rupestral and epiphytic filmy fern indigenous to eastern Australia, typically found growing on rocks in moist, shaded environments.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, loamy, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental fern

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Austral Filmy Fern

Jan
Prune
Feb
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:Hymenophyllaceae
Genus:Hymenophyllum