Santa rosa fern 'Aglaomorpha coronans' 'M'

Aglaomorpha coronans, common name “basket fern”, has a thick, branching rhizome covered in long, light-brown scales that add to its aesthetic impact. Its glossy rich green foliage consists of broad, arching fronds that can be in excess of 70 centimetres long. A mature plant is highly decorative but requires plenty of space.

Aglaomorpha coronans is easy to cultivate in a basket, on a piece of bark or in a pot. Like many ferns, it enjoys a well-drained growing medium plus shade with plenty of light but not direct sunlight. The substrate must neither be too moist nor allowed to dry out. When repotting, it is a good idea to add mulch to the original potting compost in the form of composted tree bark. Aglaomorpha coronans makes an excellent houseplant, not least because it does well in an environment with a low level of humidity.