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Davallia trichomanoides

Also Known As

Black Rabbit Foot Fern
Squirrel's Foot Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 6"-15"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

9b-12

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Davallia trichomanoides plant details

Davallia trichomanoides is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Davallia trichomanoides

Plant type: fern
Plant family: davalliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 15 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, epiphyte, hanging basket, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Davallia trichomanoides

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Finely divided fronds 12" long and 6" wide rise from furry, brownish-red rhizomes that resemble squirrel's feet creeping over the soil surface. Useful as a small-scale groundcover in partly shaded areas, it is also effective in hanging baskets. Plants are best in partial shade with less water than other ferns. A surprisingly enduring, drought tolerant fern, it has survived extended periods of drought in our garden and now forms attractive patches in woodland shade. Provide moderate to occasional water. Hardy to 28 °F. Tropical Asia, Malaysia.