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Rabbit’s foot fern care

Davallia solida var. fejeensis (in Thirsty: Davallia fejeensis)

Thirsty’s starting schedule for Rabbit’s foot fern: about every 5 days. Check the soil and adjust it to your home.

Watering

Keep the potting mix lightly moist, but let the top 1/2 inch dry out between waterings. Don't overwater. [1][2]

Light

Bright, indirect light. [1][3][2]

Humidity

Looks best in high humidity, though it copes with drier air better than most ferns. A tray of damp gravel helps. [1][3][2]

Soil and potting

An open, well-drained but moisture-retentive mix, such as a peat-based potting mix. [1][3][2]

Pets

Non-toxic to cats and dogs. [4]

Sources

1. NC State Extension: Davallia fejeensis
2. Royal Horticultural Society: How to grow epiphytic ferns
3. Royal Horticultural Society: Davallia solida var. fejeensis | rabbit's foot fern
4. ASPCA: Dainty Rabbits-Foot Fern

This page summarizes the sources above; follow them for the full picture. Light, pot, soil and season all change how fast a plant dries out, so check the soil before you water. Last reviewed October 9, 2026.