Swamp umbrella fern is a small fern that is sometimes called tangle fern. This name refers to the masses of tangled roots that Gleichenia dicarpa forms. Thanks to this specific characteristic, Gleichenia dicarpa is commonly used to prevent soil erosion.
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Distribution of Swamp umbrella fern
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Habitat of Swamp umbrella fern
Peatlands, Under cliffs and in tall open forest
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Distribution Map of Swamp umbrella fern
Swamp umbrella fern is a fern species that naturally thrives across areas of Southeast Asia and the Pacific region. It has not been widely introduced outside its native range, remaining relatively confined to the geographical zones where it originally evolved. The fern's distribution encompasses tropical to temperate climates across multiple major islands and peninsulas within these broad regions.
The swamp umbrella fern typically thrives under diffused sunlight, although it can also grow in areas with somewhat heavier shade, true to its original swampy habitat. As it does not need maximum solar exposure, it can manage with relatively less sunlight. However, too much or too little light might hinder the plant's growth.
The optimal window for relocating swamp umbrella fern spans from the gentle unfurling of spring to the burgeoning warmth of early summer, ensuring robust root development. Position swamp umbrella fern in dappled light, and maintain soil moisture to promote successful acclimatization.
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Swamp umbrella fern
Gleichenia dicarpa
Also known as: Pouched coral fern
Swamp umbrella fern is a small fern that is sometimes called tangle fern. This name refers to the masses of tangled roots that Gleichenia dicarpa forms. Thanks to this specific characteristic, Gleichenia dicarpa is commonly used to prevent soil erosion.
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Spring
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Key Facts About Swamp umbrella fern
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Attributes of Swamp umbrella fern
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Perennial
Plant Type
Fern
Planting Time
Spring
Plant Height
1 m to 2 m
Spread
1 m to 2 m
Leaf type
Evergreen
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Distribution of Swamp umbrella fern
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Habitat of Swamp umbrella fern
Peatlands, Under cliffs and in tall open forest
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Swamp umbrella fern
Swamp umbrella fern is a fern species that naturally thrives across areas of Southeast Asia and the Pacific region. It has not been widely introduced outside its native range, remaining relatively confined to the geographical zones where it originally evolved. The fern's distribution encompasses tropical to temperate climates across multiple major islands and peninsulas within these broad regions.
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About 3-6 hours sunlight
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Less than 3 hours of sunlight
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The swamp umbrella fern typically thrives under diffused sunlight, although it can also grow in areas with somewhat heavier shade, true to its original swampy habitat. As it does not need maximum solar exposure, it can manage with relatively less sunlight. However, too much or too little light might hinder the plant's growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth. 1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need. Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft. 2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight. 3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
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