About
Davallia are elegant, evergreen or deciduous ferns with creeping, conspicuously scaly rhizomes � the 'feet' that give rise to common names such as hare's foot or squirrel's foot fern � and finely divided, triangular or ovate fronds. Popular as houseplants and conservatory plants, where the creeping rhizomes cascade attractively over pot rims.
About the genus
Davallia are evergreen or deciduous ferns with creeping, conspicuously scaly rhizomes and finely divided, ovate or triangular fronds. Known as hare's foot or squirrel's foot ferns from their fur-like rhizomes, they are popular as houseplants and conservatory plants.
Plant details
Suggested usesShade gardens, woodland, containers.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in moist, humus-rich soil in shade.
PruningRemove old fronds in spring as new growth emerges.
PropagationDivide established clumps or grow from spores.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.