Native to the tropics, in temperate regions the Delta maidenhair fern, Adiantum raddianum 'Kensington Gem', makes a gorgeous, leafy houseplant. Each frond bears small, delicate leaves held on contrasting black stems.
For best results grow Adiantum raddianum 'Kensington Gem' in a bright spot indoors out of direct sunlight, in moist, well-drained soil. It thrives in high humidity, so a bright, steamy bathroom or kitchen is the ideal spot for it. Low humidity will result in the leaf tips turning brown.
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Adiantum ‘Kensington Gem’ and wildlife
Adiantum ‘Kensington Gem’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Adiantum ‘Kensington Gem’ poisonous?
Adiantum ‘Kensington Gem’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Adiantum 'Kensington Gem'
