Also known as Fiji Davallia · Lacy Hare's-Foot Fern · Lacy Hare’s-Foot Fern
Davallia fejeensis, commonly known as rabbit's foot fern, is a tropical epiphytic fern native to Fiji. It features charming rhizomes resembling rabbit's feet.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
50% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the fronds. Can tolerate lower light conditions but may grow less vigorously.
Keep Moist but Not Soggy
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Water thoroughly and ensure good drainage.
Well-draining, fertile potting mix, rich in organic matter.
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Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring to summer).
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid allowing the plant to sit in standing water, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency during the winter months when growth naturally slows down. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing fronds. Pinch back leggy growth to encourage a bushier habit.
Pruning can be done anytime it is necessary, but is most beneficial in spring before new growth emerges. Use clean, sharp tools.
Davallia fejeensis is primarily propagated through division of rhizomes. Carefully separate the fleshy, creeping rhizomes, ensuring each piece has a few healthy fronds attached.
Pot these divisions into a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist until new growth appears.
Repot your Davallia fejeensis every 2-3 years, or when it outgrows its current container. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark. Repot in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Davalliaceae |
| Genus | Davallia |
| Species | Davallia fejeensis |
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