Maidenhair Creeper (Lygodium Flexuosum) is a perennial fern in the Lygodiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Lygodium flexuosum is a slender, evergreen, perennial climbing fern with a unique twining rachis.

Maidenhair Creeper

Maidenhair Creeper

Lygodium Flexuosum

Lygodium flexuosum is a slender, evergreen, perennial climbing fern with a unique twining rachis.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Maidenhair Creeper

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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:Lygodiaceae
Genus:Lygodium