| Common Name | Rough Bracken |
| Family | Dennstaedtiaceae |
| Genus | Dennstaedtia |
| Species | Scabra |
| Origin | India / Southeast Asia |
| Blooming | Non-flowering plant, reproduces via spores on undersides of fronds throughout the growing season. |
| Leaf Color | Dark green to blue-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Acidic peat moss mix with perlite and coarse sand for drainage
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. High ambient humidity is crucial.
Low to medium indirect light only; direct sun scorches fronds quickly.
Apply diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growth.
Remove dead or yellowed fronds at the base to encourage fresh rhizome growth.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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