How to care for a Peacock Fern

How To Care for a Peacock Fern

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Not suited for intense, direct sun.

Watering requirements

Water every 1 week, allowing soil to dry out halfway down between waterings. This plant will benefit from higher humidity.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This is a pet friendly plant.

Fun Fact

The Peacock fern is not a true fern and is actually classified as a moss that has fern-like foliage!

Plant Origin

South China

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Peacock Fern:
  • Brown, crispy leaves:

Low humidity or underwatered

  • Yellowing leaves, wet potting mix:

Overwatered

  • Loss of color:

Too much light