Rumohra adiantiformis
leather fern
A tufted, evergreen fern to 90cm, with glossy dark green, triangular-ovate, bi- to tri-pinnate fronds that last well when cut for flower arranging
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Dryopteridaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Rumohra are evergreen, rhizomatous ferns with triangular or ovate, 2 to 3-pinnate fronds of leathery texture, which last well in flower arrangements
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Temperate S Hemisphere
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass either epiphytically on bark, or in shallow pots or hanging baskets containing a proprietary orchid compost. Alternatively use a loamless compost with the addition of extra perlite or grit for sharp drainage. Water and mist the plant regularly when in active growth and sparingly in the winter. In the growing period apply a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly. See how to grow ferns as houseplants for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by spores sown on the surface of loamless compost 21°C, or by separating rooted sections of rhizome and potting up individually
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Houseplants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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