Alsophila requires consistent humidity and indirect light, making it challenging to maintain. A critical care point is regular misting to replicate its native moist habitat. Additionally, it prefers well-draining soil but needs frequent watering to keep the soil slightly moist, without waterlogging.
Watering schedule: Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun
| Care Difficulty | Hard |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Twice per week |
| Sunlight Requirements | Partial sun |
| Soil pH | 4.5-6.5 |
| Hardiness Zones |
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Silver tree-fern (Alsophila dealbata) is a standout fern named for the unusual silvery underside of its fronds. This silver color makes the fern a useful plant to grow beside walking tracks to help people find the path. Silver tree-fern features on the New Zealand coat of arms. Several British army units wear this fern, and it is also the logo of the New Zealand Labour party.
Flying spider-monkey tree fern is a stunning tropical plant with a unique appearance. It's a popular choice for landscaping and indoor decoration due to its beautiful fronds that can grow up to 1.8 m long. The fern is native to Southeast Asia and can tolerate a range of soil types and light conditions. Additionally, Alsophila spinulosa is a slow-growing plant and can live for many years, making it an excellent investment for plant enthusiasts.
Tree fern is a small fern tree that grows at a slow rate, and it may take a decade to reach over 5 m tall. It is considered one of the archaic ferns and is relatively rare in nature. Unlike most tree ferns, this species has bipinnate leaves.
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