Campyloneurum angustifolium — a hard houseplant, prefers full shade light
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Campyloneurum angustifolium

Campyloneurum Angustifolium

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Campyloneurum angustifolium is a fern species in the family Polypodiaceae, commonly known as narrow strapfern or narrow-leaf strap fern.It is native to Florida, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico, Mesoamerica, Central America, Kerala, and tropical South America.

A note from PlantMom

The Narrow strapfern typically exhibits strong resistance to disease and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is considered challenging because it requires a consistently moist environment and frequent watering. However, the roots can rot if overwatered or if the surroundings are not well ventilated. The Narrow strapfern is suitable for growers with some experience, and most people can keep it alive for a limited time. Nevertheless, it may struggle to thrive, with leaves drying out and becoming less healthy over time.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Campyloneurum Angustifolium.

Light

Narrow strapfern is native to habitats such as forest understories or rocky sites that provide natural shade. It prefers full shade but can tolerate partial sun.

Temperature

Narrow strapfern comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is well suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate abrupt temperature shifts and favors a steady temperature, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot withstand cold conditions and needs warmer temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Fern
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Campyloneurum
Family
Polypodiaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Native Area
Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Colombia, Cuba, Haiti, Bolivia, Venezuela, Brazil, Guyana, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Suriname, Costa Rica
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Narrow Strapfern en Narrow-leaf strap fern
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Campyloneurum angustifolium habit
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ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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