Leather Leaf Fern (JIFFY)

Leather Leaf Fern is a hardy evergreen fern widely used in floral arrangements and indoor tropical gardens. It has glossy, deep green fronds with a leathery texture, which gives the plant its common name.

Basic Care

• Light: Bright indirect light to partial shade. Avoid strong direct sunlight.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Humidity: Loves moderate to high humidity.
• Temperature: Best between 16–28°C.
• Soil: Well-draining rich soil with organic matter.

Growth Habit

• Forms dense clumps of arching fronds.
• Can grow around 1–3 feet tall depending on conditions.
• Works well in shaded outdoor gardens or as an indoor foliage plant.

Fertilizer

• Feed monthly with diluted balanced fertilizer during active growth.

Common Problems

• Brown crispy fronds: Low humidity or underwatering.
• Yellowing leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage.
• Pests: Occasionally spider mites or scale insects.

Propagation

Usually propagated by:

• Division of mature clumps
• Spores (slower method)

Uses

• Popular in bouquets because fronds stay fresh for a long time.
• Excellent for terrariums, shaded borders, and tropical landscaping.