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Plant Profiles / Rabbit's foot fern
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Rabbit's foot fern
Davallia fejeensis · Hare's foot fern
Lacy fronds above furry rhizomes that creep over the pot like little rabbit's feet.
Bright indirect lightLight
WeeklyWater
EasyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light
ShadeFull sun
No direct sun.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Keep lightly moist.
Humidity
Average
LowHigh
Tolerates average humidity better than most ferns.
Temperature
12–28°C (54–82°F)
CoolWarm
Keep above 10°C.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
Grows 30–45 cm.
Soil
Airy mix
LeanRich
Fern or orchid mix.
Fertiliser
Monthly in summer
RarelyOften
Diluted fertiliser.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Non-toxic to pets.
About this plant
From Fiji, this fern grows on trees and rocks. Its fuzzy rhizomes spill over pot edges; don't bury them.
Best spots
Hanging pots, shelves and bright bathrooms.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Davallia fejeensis |
| Family | Davalliaceae |
| Origin | Fiji |
| Plant type | Fern |
| Mature size | 30–45 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Leaves | Lacy fronds |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to pets |
| Propagation | Rhizome cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Repot
Divide
Fertilise
Water less
RepotDivideFertiliseWater less
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Crispy fronds | Too dry. |
| Rotting rhizomes | Buried too deep. |
| Yellow fronds | Overwatering. |
| Pale | Too much sun. |
Common questions
Should I bury the 'feet'?
No.
Is it pet safe?
Yes.
Is it easy?
Yes, for a fern.
Can it hang?
Yes.
