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Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax'

Also Known As

  • Polypodium attenuatum 'Falax'
  • Polypodium fallax

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax' plant details

Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Polypodium fallax is a unique epiphytic fern displaying large, weeping fronds with frilly crested tips. Creeps along surface with white furry rhizomes. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil which is moist but not waterlogged. Let dry slightly between waterings. Prefers bright, filtered sunlight and is excellent as a houseplant or in a seasonal container.

Gardening facts about Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax' plant

How to Grow Serpocaulon attenuatum 'Falax'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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