About
A tufted, evergreen fern to 90cm, with glossy dark green, triangular-ovate, bi- to tri-pinnate fronds that last well when cut for flower arranging.
About the genus
Rumohra are evergreen, rhizomatous ferns with triangular or ovate, 2 to 3-pinnate fronds of leathery texture, which last well in flower arrangements
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse, Ferns, Houseplants
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Houseplants
Native toTemperate S Hemisphere
Care notes
CultivationGrow under glass either epiphytically on bark, or in shallow pots or hanging baskets containing a proprietary orchid compost. Alternatively use a peat-free compost with the addition of extra grit for sharp drainage. Water and mist the plant regularly when in active growth and sparingly in the winter. In the growing period apply a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly. See how to grow ferns as houseplants for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by spores sown on the surface of peat-free compost at 21°C, or by separating rooted sections of rhizome and potting up individually
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free