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Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern)

Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern)

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Meet the Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern)

This beautiful, small fern is native to Africa, Australia, the Middle East and Asia. The fronds resemble eyelashes, with verdant green colouring and look great in either a small pot or terrarium.

Why You'll Love It

  • If you love delicate, textured greenery
  • Have semi shade to bright but indirect natural light
  • Stand out plant in a terrarium

Growing & Care

Semi shade to bright, indirect sunlight. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, using room temperature water. medium to high humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 15cm wide and a height of Up 15 cm tall with time.

Repotting

Once a year.

A Few Things to Watch For

  • Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
  • Cold draughts or sudden temperature changes
  • Prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves
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Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern) Care Tips

  • Care Difficulty

    Could Be Fussy

  • Light Preference

    Semi shade to bright, indirect sunlight.

  • Temperature

  • Plant Height

  • Watering

    Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, using room temperature water.

  • Humidity

    medium to high humidity.

  • Toxicity

    Pet safe — though it's still sensible to keep foliage out of pets' reach to avoid damage

  • How Does It Grow?

    Slow growing compact ideal for terrariums growth rate; reaching Up 15 cm tall with time; Occasional, to manage size or old foliage.

Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern)

The Story Behind the Actiniopteris australis (Eyelash fern)

This beautiful, small fern is native to Africa, Australia, the Middle East and Asia. The fronds resemble eyelashes, with verdant green colouring and look great in either a small pot or terrarium.

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