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Ferntree (Filicium decipiens)

Filicium decipiens, commonly known as Ferntree, is an evergreen tree native to East Africa and Asia, admired for its fern-like foliage and ornamental value.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Can tolerate some morning sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Avoid frost and extreme cold.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, pinnate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Filicium elongatum Radlk. ex Taub.
Jurighas decipiens (Wight & Arn.) Kuntze
Pteridophyllum decipiens (Wight & Arn.) Thwaites
Rhus decipiens Wight & Arn.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSapindales
  • familySapindaceae
  • genusFilicium
  • speciesFilicium decipiens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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