Hermione

Hemionitis Arifolia

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  Super fussy

• Hermione likes...
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    Low light

    She'll be fine in medium light but prefers a shady spot.

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    Regular watering

    She likes her soil moist, so water her when the top two inches of soil feel dry. Don’t let her dry out completely.

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    Humidity

    She really loves a moist environment. She’ll be happy in a bathroom, or you can mist her every day or so.

• Quick facts

  Botanical name

  Hemionitis Arifolia

  Common name

  Heart fern; Heart leaf fern; Tongue fern

  Plant type

  Fern, indoor

  Plant height

  20-30m

  Pet/baby safe

  Toxic if ingested

  Nursery pot size

  12cm

• About heart fern

  The heart leaf fern doesn't look like a typical fern. It's nickname is inspired by its unique heart-shaped leaves. This fern originates from southeast Asia, where it thrives in the humid environment.

  Did you know?

  The heart fern is typically an epiphyte, which means it grows on top of other plants or trees and is often found on the forest floor or on moss-covered trees.