Delta maidenhair fern
Adiantum raddianum · Maidenhair ferns · Brake family
Also known as: Maidenhair Fern · Common Maidenhair
Demanding15–45cmPet-friendly
Delta maidenhair fern care at a glance
Delta maidenhair fern (Adiantum raddianum) needs a lot of water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- High
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Delta maidenhair fern
Possible pests on Delta maidenhair fern include Scale insects, Mealybugs and Florida fern caterpillar. A common disease is Frond scorch / dieback. Delta maidenhair fern is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Scale insects Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Florida fern caterpillar Low
Disease
- Frond scorch / dieback High
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Frequently asked questions about Delta maidenhair fern
- Which pests affect Delta maidenhair fern?
- Possible pests on Delta maidenhair fern include Scale insects, Mealybugs and Florida fern caterpillar.
- Which diseases affect Delta maidenhair fern?
- A common disease is Frond scorch / dieback.
- Is Delta maidenhair fern toxic to cats and dogs?
- Delta maidenhair fern is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Delta maidenhair fern need?
- Delta maidenhair fern has a high water requirement.
- What light does Delta maidenhair fern need?
- Delta maidenhair fern prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Delta maidenhair fern frost-hardy?
- Delta maidenhair fern is not frost-hardy.