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Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Blue-Star Fern · Gold-Foot Fern · Hare's-Foot Fern
Golden Polypody (Phlebodium aureum) is a stunning epiphytic fern known for its broad, golden-green, segmented fronds and rhizomes. It thrives in humid, shaded environment
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the fronds.
Keep evenly moist
50% intensity
Allow top inch to dry between waterings.
Well-draining, humus-rich potting mix.
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Moderate feeding
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing fronds. This can be done at any time of year. Pinching off old fronds at the base encourages new growth and maintains the plant's aesthetic appeal.
Golden Polypody is primarily propagated by division of rhizomes. Carefully separate sections of the rhizome with at least one frond and a few roots. Pot these divisions in well-draining potting mix.
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 and perlite. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Where Golden Polypody (Phlebodium aureum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Polypodiaceae |
| Genus | Phlebodium |
| Species | Phlebodium aureum |
Similar in genus Phlebodium
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