Nephrolepis Falcata

Nephrolepis Falcata is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Fishtail Fern →

Common Fishtail Fern Problems →

Nephrolepis Falcata is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Fishtail Fern Water Frequency →

Fishtail Fern Root Rot →

Nephrolepis Falcata 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 🏡.

Fishtail Fern Light Requirements →

Fishtail Fern Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

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.

Nephrolepis Falcata prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Fishtail Fern Humidity Needs →

Nephrolepis Falcata does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Fishtail Fern →

When and How to Successfully Repot Fishtail Fern →

Nephrolepis Falcata should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

It’s common for Nephrolepis Falcata to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Nephrolepis Falcata is native to Worldwide.

Nephrolepis Falcata grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Fishtail Fern →

Nephrolepis Falcata can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

• Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
• If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
• Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
• Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

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.

• Common Bugs Affecting Fishtail Fern →
• Drooping Fishtail Fern Leaves →
• Fishtail Fern Dropping Leaves →
• Fishtail Fern Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Fishtail Fern →
• Brown Spots on Fishtail Fern →
• Fishtail Fern Leaves Falling Over →
• Fishtail Fern Leaves Curling →
• Fishtail Fern Yellow Leaves →
• Fishtail Fern Root Rot →