How to grow and care for Anisocampium niponicum
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Anisocampium niponicum, Oriental ladyfern, Painted lady fern
Anisocampium niponicum 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Anisocampium niponicum
How often should I water?
check Anisocampium niponicum Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Anisocampium niponicum need?

Bright indirect light
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Anisocampium niponicum likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Medium, Low day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 10K lux to thrive!
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20K~
500
10K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-22
-22~35℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Anisocampium niponicum at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Anisocampium niponicum prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Lifespan | Perennial |
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