Fork Fern (Tmesipteris Lanceolata) is a perennial fern in the Psilotaceae 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.

Tmesipteris lanceolata is an epiphytic fern-like plant native to regions including New Zealand, the Philippines, and New Caledonia. It features brittle, dichotomously branched rhizomes and pendulous aerial shoots with shiny ovate leaves.

Fork Fern

Fork Fern

Tmesipteris Lanceolata

Tmesipteris lanceolata is an epiphytic fern-like plant native to regions including New Zealand, the Philippines, and New Caledonia. It features brittle, dichotomously branched rhizomes and pendulous aerial shoots with shiny ovate leaves.

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
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, loamy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, epiphyte, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fork 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:Psilotaceae
Genus:Tmesipteris