davallia bullata

Squirrel's foot fern, Japanese ball fern.

Care level

Medium

This unique fern features fuzzy, reddish-brown stems that creep along like tiny paws, giving it its endearing nickname. When dormant, it can curl up into a tight ball and survive months without water, springing back to life when conditions improve.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 80% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Epiphyte mix: An extremely well-draining, airy substrate that mimics tree bark. Allows roots to breathe while providing intermittent moisture.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Wide/Shallow

Wide/Shallow

Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Trailing

Slow growth

This plant grows slowly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.

Toxicity

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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The davallia bullata cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

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