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3.7 out of 5 (7 experiences)

Also known as
Leatherleaf Fern, Leatherleaf Fern and Leather Fern
Taxonomy
Rumohra adiantiformis
Rumohra
Dryopteridaceae
Polypodiales

How to care for Rumohra Adiantiformis

How often to water your Rumohra Adiantiformis

every 9
Rumohra Adiantiformis 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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Finding light for Leatherleaf Fern in your home

a window
Rumohra Adiantiformis can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Rumohra Adiantiformis in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Rumohra Adiantiformis

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 Rumohra Adiantiformis after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Rumohra Adiantiformis is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Rumohra Adiantiformis 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
Rumohra Adiantiformis can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. 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.
Growth Pattern
Rumohra Adiantiformis grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Rumohra Adiantiformis can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Rumohra Adiantiformis
Rumohra Adiantiformis
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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