Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. In drier conditions, misting the fronds can be beneficial.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months to prevent root rot.
Creeping Golden PolypodyPhlebodium decumanum
Also known as Golden Polypod
- Category: Ornamental
- Type: Fern
- Sunlight: Medium to Low Indirect Light
- Water: Consistent Moisture
- Temperature: Average Room Temperature
Creeping Golden Polypody (Phlebodium decumanum) is a rhizomatous fern known for its blue-green, deeply lobed fronds and golden-brown rhizomes, ideal for terrariums and sh
Creeping Golden Polypody Care Summary
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Light
Medium to Low Indirect Light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the fronds.
Watering
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, but avoid soggy conditions.
Soil
Humus-rich, well-draining
50% intensity
Temperature
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations.
Fertilizing
Moderate Feeding
50% intensity
Fertilize during the growing season, dilute to half strength.
Creeping Golden Polypody Toxicity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Creeping Golden Polypody Quick Facts
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
- Plant Type
- Fern
- Plant Category
- Ornamental
- Plant Place Type
- Pot
- Lifespan
- Perennial
- Plant Height
- 0.1-0.3 m
- Spread
- 0.3-0.6 m
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Dormancy
- None
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Frond
- Optimal Sunlight Lux
- 1500
Care guide for Creeping Golden Polypody
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Pruning
Prune away any yellow, brown, or damaged fronds to maintain the plant's appearance and health. This can be done anytime they appear. Minimal pruning is generally required, as the plant naturally sheds older fronds.
Propagation
Creeping Golden Polypody is easily propagated from rhizome cuttings. Separate a section of the rhizome with at least one frond and a few healthy roots.
Plant this in a well-draining potting mix and keep it consistently moist.
Repotting
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Flowering & Fruiting Cycles
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Northern hemisphere
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Peak bloom · AugPeak fruit · Aug
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Southern hemisphere
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Peak bloom · MayPeak fruit · Jun
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Photos of Creeping Golden Polypody (Phlebodium decumanum)
Creeping Golden Polypody Names & Synonyms
Common names and botanical synonyms
Common Names
- Creeping Golden Polypody
- Golden Polypod
Synonyms
- Campyloneurum decumanum (Willd.) Fée
- Chrysopteris decumana (Willd.) Fée
- Chrysopteris dictyocallis Fée
- Chrysopteris multiserialis Fée
- Phlebodium dictyocallis (Fée) J.Sm.
- Phlebodium multiseriale T.Moore & Houlston
- Pleopeltis decumana (Willd.) C.Presl
- Polypodium decumanum Willd.
- Polypodium dictyocallis (Fée) Mett.
Creeping Golden Polypody Taxonomy
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| kingdom | Plantae |
| division | Tracheophyta |
| class | Polypodiopsida |
| order | Polypodiales |
| family | Polypodiaceae |
| genus | Phlebodium |
| species | Phlebodium decumanum |
Creeping Golden Polypody FAQs
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
What are the ideal growing conditions for Phlebodium decumanum?
Phlebodium decumanum prefers bright, indirect light to partial shade. It requires consistently moist, well-draining soil and high humidity. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the fronds.
How often should I water Creeping Golden Polypody?
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
What type of soil is best for Phlebodium decumanum?
A well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter is ideal. A mix suitable for ferns, often containing peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark, works well.
Does Phlebodium decumanum need high humidity?
Yes, high humidity is crucial for Phlebodium decumanum. You can increase humidity by placing the pot on a pebble tray filled with water, misting regularly, or growing it in a terrarium.
How can I propagate Creeping Golden Polypody?
Phlebodium decumanum can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes. Ensure each division has at least one frond and a portion of the rhizome with roots. It can also be propagated from spores, but this is a more advanced method.