Lomaria lanceolata Plant Care
Lomaria lanceolata (R.Br.) Spreng.
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Austroblechnum lanceolatum, synonym Blechnum chambersii, is a species of fern within the family Blechnaceae, found in Australia, New Zealand, Samoa and Fiji. It is indigenous to Australia and New Zealand.
Every 7–10 days
Filtered light, avoid direct sun
60–75°F
50–70%
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How do you care for Lomaria lanceolata?
Water Lomaria lanceolata every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it filtered light, avoid direct sun. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Lomaria lanceolata Native To?
What Is the Lomaria lanceolata?
Lomaria lanceolata (Lomaria lanceolata) belongs to the Aspleniaceae family within the Lomaria genus. Lomaria lanceolata is native to Australia and New Zealand.
Lomaria lanceolata displays a fern with spreading fronds growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Lomaria lanceolata produces non-flowering plant.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Lomaria lanceolata?
Lomaria lanceolata 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 Lomaria lanceolata Need?
Lomaria lanceolata thrives in filtered light, avoid direct sun.
Light Requirement
Filtered light, avoid direct sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Lomaria lanceolata Prefer?
Lomaria lanceolata grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Lomaria lanceolata 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 Lomaria lanceolata?
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Lomaria lanceolata to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Lomaria lanceolata?
Feed Lomaria lanceolata 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 Lomaria lanceolata?
Repot every 1-2 years in 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 Lomaria lanceolata?
Lomaria lanceolata can be propagated through spores, division of rhizomes.
Is the Lomaria lanceolata Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Lomaria lanceolata, 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 Lomaria lanceolata?
Lomaria lanceolata 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 Lomaria lanceolata Need?
Lomaria lanceolata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Lomaria lanceolata is native to Australia and New Zealand. In cooler regions, grow Lomaria lanceolata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
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Lomaria lanceolata 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 Lomaria genus (family Aspleniaceae) — search all Lomaria species in the plant lookup.
Lomaria lanceolata thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Lomaria lanceolata (R.Br.) Spreng., family Aspleniaceae (first published in Systema Vegetabilium 1827 [Jan-Jun 1827]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Lomaria lanceolata, 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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