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Rumohra Adiantiformis

3.7 out of 5 (7 experiences)

Fast grower

Also known as

Leatherleaf Fern, Leatherleaf Fern and Leather Fern

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Rumohra adiantiformis

Genus

Rumohra

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Order

Polypodiales

How to care for Rumohra Adiantiformis

💦 Water

How often to water your Rumohra Adiantiformis

Rumohra Adiantiformis needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Leatherleaf Fern in your home

Rumohra Adiantiformis can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Rumohra Adiantiformis in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Rumohra Adiantiformis

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Rumohra Adiantiformis: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Rumohra Adiantiformis after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Browse #LeatherLeafFern

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Rumohra Adiantiformis is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Leatherleaf Fern →

Common Leatherleaf Fern Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Rumohra Adiantiformis prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Leatherleaf Fern Water Frequency →

Leatherleaf Fern Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Rumohra Adiantiformis can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Leatherleaf Fern Light Requirements →

Leatherleaf Fern Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Leatherleaf Fern Toxicity to Humans →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Rumohra Adiantiformis grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Leatherleaf Fern →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Rumohra Adiantiformis can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Leatherleaf Fern Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Rumohra Adiantiformis

Rumohra Adiantiformis

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 4

Survivor 3

Browns easily 3

Large, lush leaves 2

Easy to propagate 1

Blooms easily 1

@@El.oh.el

5 Plants

311 XP

10/29/2021

It can die easily but it’s just as easy to grow it back and it looks cool🧮

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Large, lush leaves

Rumohra Adiantiformis plant photo by @El.oh.el named Ferb on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Relle

19 Plants

540 XP

Watanobbi, New South Wales

10/11/2021

Very easy to look after. Very pretty plant but she is very thirsty.

Fast grower

Survivor

Rumohra Adiantiformis plant photo by @Relle named Rosa on Greg, the plant care app.

@@semi_skimmed_milk

5 Plants

174 XP

09/11/2021

ive had it for a year now and it just constantly is getting browner and browner, the internet says that i need to mist it more but i do daily so…

Browns easily

Rumohra Adiantiformis plant photo by @semi_skimmed_milk named oswin on Greg, the plant care app.

@Dyłan

12 Plants

225 XP

Santa Monica, CA

05/25/2021

I bought this plant forever ago, and slowly no matter how much care it’s slowly dying and ALL new growth dies from the top down. It is very difficult to take care of and defiantly not going to get another.

Browns easily