Adiantum Peacock fern/Peacock Maidenhair Fern (jiffy sized)

Botanical name: Adiantum hispidulum (often sold as Peacock Maidenhair Fern)
A delicate, colorful maidenhair fern with bronze–pink new growth that matures to soft green. The “peacock” name comes from the layered, fan-shaped fronds with a subtle metallic sheen.

 Light

• Bright indirect light

• Can tolerate medium light

• No direct sun (burns fronds quickly)

Perfect for a bright bathroom or near an east-facing window.

 Watering (Very Important!)

• Keep soil consistently moist

• Never let it dry out completely

• Avoid waterlogging

⚠️ Even one full dry-out can cause major leaf drop.

 Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 18–28°C

• Loves high humidity (70%+)

• Protect from AC drafts and dry air

💡 In Indian homes, this fern does best with:

• Humidifier

• Pebble tray

• Grouped with other plants

 Soil Mix

Use moisture-retentive but well-draining soil:

• Cocopeat / peat

• Perlite

• Compost

• A little leaf mold (if available)

Drainage holes are essential.

 Fertilizer

• Feed lightly once a month

• Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer

• Do not overfeed — maidenhair ferns are sensitive

 Common Problems

• Crispy edges → Low humidity

• Sudden leaf drop → Soil dried out

• Yellowing → Overwatering

• Pale growth → Needs slightly more light

 Maintenance

• Trim dead fronds at the base

• Rotate pot for even growth

• Avoid touching fronds too often (very delicate)