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Resurrection Fern

About Resurrection Fern

The Resurrection Fern is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees, fallen logs, stumps, ledges, and rocks. It is a difficult plant to get established. It spreads by creeping rhizomes covered with lance-shaped, brown scales with ciliate margins.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pleopeltis polypodioides

Genus

Pleopeltis

Family

Polypodiaceae

Order

Polypodiales

Also known as

Resurrection fern

How to care for Resurrection Fern

💦 Water

How often to water your Resurrection Fern

Resurrection 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 Resurrection Fern in your home

Resurrection Fern love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Resurrection Fern does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Resurrection Fern

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

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Resurrection Fern can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

How to Grow Resurrection Fern →

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Indoor Care Guide for Resurrection Fern →

Outdoor Care Guide for Resurrection Fern →

💦 Water Needs

Resurrection 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.

Resurrection Fern Water Frequency →

Resurrection Fern Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Resurrection Fern requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a 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 🏡.

Resurrection Fern Light Requirements →

Resurrection Fern Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Resurrection Fern is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Resurrection Fern does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Resurrection Fern →

Best Pots for Resurrection Fern →

When and How to Successfully Repot Resurrection Fern →

What Are Healthy Resurrection Fern Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Resurrection Fern grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Resurrection Fern →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Resurrection Fern is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Resurrection Fern Lifecycle →

Resurrection Fern Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Resurrection Fern →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Resurrection Fern can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Resurrection Fern Temperature Tolerance →

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Resurrection Fern, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 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.