Also known as Scale Edge Bristle Fern
Trichomanes membranaceum is a delicate filmy fern, known for its translucent, paper-thin fronds. It thrives in high humidity and low light conditions, making it ideal for
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Low to Moderate Indirect Light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the fronds. Bright, filtered light is ideal.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Use distilled or rainwater. Keep substrate moist but avoid waterlogging.
Humus-rich, well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-24°C. Avoid drastic fluctuations and cold drafts.
Indoor
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Diluted, balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the substrate consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water to prevent mineral buildup. Allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings during cooler periods.
Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Pruning is rarely necessary. Remove any dead or yellowing fronds at the base to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent potential fungal issues. Use clean, sharp scissors.
Propagation is typically done through division of established clumps during repotting. Spores can also be used, but this method is more challenging and requires specialized conditions.
Repot Trichomanes membranaceum annually or when it outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix. Handle the delicate roots gently during the process.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Hymenophyllales |
| Family | Hymenophyllaceae |
| Genus | Trichomanes |
| Species | Trichomanes membranaceum |
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