Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum'

Also Known As

Dwarf Maidenhair Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

8b-12

Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum' plant details

Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum' is a deciduous fern with chartreuse and green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: adiantaceae, pteridaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum'

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Adiantum microphyllum is a graceful tropical maidenhair fern that displays tiny, frilly fan-shaped fronds carried on thin black stems. This variety stays compact, forming a clump of arching fronds up to 12″ tall. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil which is moist but not waterlogged. Prefers bright, filtered sunlight and is excellent as a houseplant or in a seasonal container in a consistently humid space, such as a greenhouse or terrarium. Protect from freezing temperatures!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

I have to admit that when I first saw this I stared drooling - tiny chartreuse leaves on almost invisible thin wiry stems look like soft, fluffy clouds. This delicate beauty from the Himalayas needs a sheltered spot from wind, well-drained organic soil that is consistently moist and bright shade. Forms an ethereal, dense 1' mound. Gardener's cotton candy?

By: Secret Garden Growers

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Gardening facts about Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum' plant

How to Grow Adiantum raddianum 'Microphyllum'

Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant