Salpichlaena volubilis Plant Care
Salpichlaena volubilis (Kaulf.) J.Sm.
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Salpichlaena volubilis is a species of fern belonging to the family Blechnaceae. It is native to the Magdalena River Basin of Colombia.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Salpichlaena volubilis?
Water Salpichlaena volubilis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. 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 Salpichlaena volubilis Native To?
What Is the Salpichlaena volubilis?
Salpichlaena volubilis (Salpichlaena volubilis) belongs to the Blechnaceae family within the Salpichlaena genus. Salpichlaena volubilis is native to the Magdalena River Basin of Colombia.
Salpichlaena volubilis displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Salpichlaena volubilis produces non-flowering.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Salpichlaena volubilis?
Salpichlaena volubilis 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 Salpichlaena volubilis Need?
Salpichlaena volubilis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Salpichlaena volubilis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Salpichlaena volubilis Prefer?
Salpichlaena volubilis grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Salpichlaena volubilis 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 Salpichlaena volubilis?
Well-draining, humus-rich soil with added perlite for extra drainage. Good drainage is essential for Salpichlaena volubilis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Salpichlaena volubilis?
Feed Salpichlaena volubilis 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 Salpichlaena volubilis?
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 Salpichlaena volubilis?
Salpichlaena volubilis can be propagated through spores, division of rhizomes.
Is the Salpichlaena volubilis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Salpichlaena volubilis, 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 Salpichlaena volubilis?
Salpichlaena volubilis 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 Salpichlaena volubilis Need?
Salpichlaena volubilis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Salpichlaena volubilis is native to the Magdalena River Basin of Colombia. In cooler regions, grow Salpichlaena volubilis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Salpichlaena volubilis 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 Salpichlaena genus — compare its care with other Salpichlaena species on PlantoScan.
Salpichlaena is part of the Blechnaceae plant family — browse all Blechnaceae genera and species.
Salpichlaena volubilis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Salpichlaena volubilis (Kaulf.) J.Sm., family Blechnaceae (first published in J. Bot. (Hooker) 4: 168. 1841 [Aug 1841]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Salpichlaena volubilis, 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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