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Bluntlobe Cliff Fern

About Bluntlobe Cliff Fern

Bluntlobe Cliff Fern is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive.

Bluntlobe Cliff Fern belongs to the Physematium genus, and is native to North America.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Physematium obtusum

Genus

Physematium

Family

Woodsiaceae

Order

Polypodiales

Also known as

Bluntlobe cliff fern and Western cliff fern

How to care for Bluntlobe Cliff Fern

💦 Water

How often to water your Bluntlobe Cliff Fern

Bluntlobe Cliff 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 Bluntlobe Cliff Fern in your home

Bluntlobe Cliff 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 Bluntlobe Cliff Fern in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bluntlobe Cliff Fern

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bluntlobe Cliff 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 Bluntlobe Cliff Fern after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Bluntlobe Cliff Fern is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Bluntlobe Cliff 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.

🐶 🐈 👶 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

Bluntlobe Cliff Fern grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Bluntlobe Cliff Fern can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.