{"product_id":"dryopteris-expansa-in-decorative-pot-4217","title":"Dryopteris Expansa in decorative pot (4217)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/content\/3-terms-and-conditions\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers\/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers\/fruits at the time of order\/delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT MEASUREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Overall Height APPROXIMATELY 50cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDryopteris expansa, also known as the spreading wood fern or alpine buckler fern, is a deciduous perennial fern that grows in cool, moist forests and along stream banks in the Northern Hemisphere. It has large, triangular to egg-shaped fronds (leaves) that can reach up to 90 cm (3 ft) in length and are deeply lobed. Key features include a creeping or ascending rhizome, brown scales with a dark stripe on the stipe (leaf stalk), and circular sori (spore clusters) on the underside of the leaflets, protected by a round, horseshoe-shaped indusium. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDryopteris expansa thrives in moist, shaded woodland environments, where its lush, arching fronds form attractive green clumps that add texture and depth to forest floors and gardens alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a tropical fern species and belongs to the Dryopteridaceae family. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOIL REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUse a loamy, humus-rich soil that retains moisture but also drains well.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/17-planting-media\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; SOIL \u0026amp; PLANTING MEDIA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEEDING\/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThis fern does not require frequent fertilization. A diluted, balanced fertilizer can be applied during the growing season if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eApply the fertilizer according to the package instructions, typically every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReduce or suspend fertilization during the winter months.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/18-fertilizers\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; FERTILIZER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHT REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in a spot with filtered or indirect, bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt prefers filtered sunlight or shade, as direct sunlight can scorch its fronds.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the plant near a north or east-facing window or provide it with dappled light.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATER REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Water regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humidity is preferred, especially for indoor plants. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/other-accessories-tools\/1752-repotting-service-for-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eRE-POTTING SERVICES\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/67-ferns\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; FERN PLANTS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Candy Floriculture","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":53640107884858,"sku":"Black","price":48.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":53640107917626,"sku":"White","price":48.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5319\/7114\/files\/dryopteris-expansa-in-decorative-pot-4217_1.jpg?v=1782209703","url":"https:\/\/candy.com.sg\/products\/dryopteris-expansa-in-decorative-pot-4217","provider":"Candy Floriculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}