Overview
Goniophlebium subauriculatum is a plant with a spreading branched habit in the genus Goniophlebium, part of the Polypodiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Goniophlebium subauriculatum grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include houseplants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse. It is native to Assam, Borneo, Cambodia, China South-Central, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Philippines, Queensland, Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vanuatu and Vietnam.
About
Goniophlebium subauriculatum, commonly known as the lacy pine fern, is a spreading branched evergreen fern from the genus Goniophlebium in the Polypodiaceae family. It thrives in partial shade with a preference for east- or west-facing, sheltered positions and requires moist but well-drained loam soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suited for cultivation as a houseplant or in sub-tropical conservatories and greenhouses. This fern is native to various regions across Asia and the Pacific and is of interest in spring and summer.
About the genus
Goniophlebium is a genus of ferns in the family Polypodiaceae, subfamily Microsoroideae, according to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group classification of 2016 (PPG I).
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Goniophlebium
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Goniophlebium subauriculatum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
- Native to
- Assam, Borneo, Cambodia, China South-Central, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Philippines, Queensland, Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vanuatu, Vietnam
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Goniophlebium subauriculatum
- Propagation
- Spores, division in spring or early summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Goniophlebium subauriculatum?
Goniophlebium subauriculatum prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Goniophlebium subauriculatum need?
Goniophlebium subauriculatum grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Goniophlebium subauriculatum hardy in the UK?
Goniophlebium subauriculatum has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Goniophlebium subauriculatum?
Spores, division in spring or early summer.