Species Name: Davallia tyermannii (formally Humata tyermannii) 

Common name(s): White Rabbit's Foot Fern, Basket Fern 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Versatile drought and frost tolerant fern
• Unique white “furry” looking creeping ribosome that gives this species its namesake.
• A similar species, the Black Rabbit Foot Fern has lighter colored foliage in comparison the darker foliage of this species
• Can be grown terrestrially or mounted as an epiphyte

Recommended Pot Size: Small - Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: Between 60-80°F

Humidity: Moderate (30-70%) - Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency: Water regularly, drought tolerant but prefers consistently moist soil

Lighting:    Partial Shade    

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here

Growth rate: Moderate 

Height: 12-18” 

Origin: Southeast Asia, including the pacific islands and Northern Australia 

Regional locality: Grows epiphytically on mossy branches, tree bases, and rocks in wet areas at low and sometimes higher elevations. 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Low maintenance fern that works great for tropical vivariums or as an ornamental houseplant.  

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.