California Cloak Fern

Also known as

Aleuritopteris cretacea, Aleuritopteris cretacea nigrescens, Cheilanthes cretacea, Cheilanthes deserti, Chrysochosma californica, Hemionitis fantastica, Notholaena albida, Notholaena californica accessita, Notholaena californica nigrescens, Notholaena candida accessita, Notholaena sulphurea accessita and Notholaena sulphurea californica

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Notholaena californica

Genus

Notholaena

Family

Pteridaceae

Order

Polypodiales

How to care for California Cloak Fern

💦 Water

How often to water your California Cloak Fern

California Cloak Fern needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for California Cloak Fern in your home

California Cloak Fern may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Cloak Fern in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize California Cloak Fern

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for California Cloak Fern: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your California Cloak Fern after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

California Cloak Fern prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

California Cloak Fern may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.