Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Plant Care
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Mickel
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Elaphoglossum pattersoniae is a very rare species of fern that is native to Peru and Bolivia. It is very close to E.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to low light
60–75°F
50–70%
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How do you care for Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Water Elaphoglossum pattersoniae every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to low light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae (Elaphoglossum pattersoniae) belongs to the Dryopteridaceae family within the Elaphoglossum genus. Elaphoglossum pattersoniae is native to Peru and Bolivia.
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Elaphoglossum pattersoniae produces non-flowering.
Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Need?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Elaphoglossum pattersoniae in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to low light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Prefer?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Elaphoglossum pattersoniae prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Well-draining, rich potting mix with added peat moss and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Elaphoglossum pattersoniae to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Feed Elaphoglossum pattersoniae every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae can be propagated through spores, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to elaphoglossum crassifolium plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Elaphoglossum pattersoniae, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Need?
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Elaphoglossum pattersoniae is native to Peru and Bolivia. In cooler regions, grow Elaphoglossum pattersoniae as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Elaphoglossum genus — compare its care with other Elaphoglossum species on PlantoScan.
Elaphoglossum is part of the Dryopteridaceae plant family — browse all Dryopteridaceae genera and species.
Elaphoglossum pattersoniae copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Elaphoglossum pattersoniae Mickel, family Dryopteridaceae (first published in Amer. Fern J. 80(3): 110 f.1. 1990 [Dec 1990]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Elaphoglossum pattersoniae, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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