Narrow Male-fern generally resists disease well and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is considered difficult because it needs a moist environment and frequent watering. However, the roots can rot if the plant is overwatered or if the surroundings are poorly ventilated. Narrow Male-fern is best suited to people with some growing experience, since most growers can keep it alive for a certain amount of time. Nevertheless, it may struggle to thrive and its leaves can dry out and become less healthy as time goes on.
How to keep Dryopteris Cambrensis.
Light
Narrow Male-fern comes from habitats such as forest understories or rocky areas that offer natural shade. Its preferred sunlight condition is Full Shade, though it can tolerate Partial Sun.
Temperature
Narrow Male-fern grows well in forest undergrowth. It is very sensitive to temperature and humidity; excessive heat, dry conditions, and strong sunlight can all stress the plant. In summer it needs adequate shading and a high-humidity environment. Generally it does not require special care in winter, but an extended winter drought can still be fatal.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Fern, Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Dryopteris
- Family
- Polypodiaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-8
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 76 cm
- Mature Spread
- 40 cm to 61 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Forest Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Native Area
- Norway, Germany, Portugal, Austria, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Ireland, Poland, Hungary, United Kingdom, Belgium, France
