Microgramma vaccinifolia is a tropical fern from South America featuring glossy, leathery leaves and a creeping growth habit. It is perfect for terrariums and paludariums thanks to its robust nature and ease of care. It serves ideally as a ground cover or for creating natural wall coverings. Microgramma vaccinifolia is an epiphytic fern native to the humid rainforests of South and Central America, where it grows on tree trunks and branches. This species forms a network of slender, creeping rhizomes from which its glossy, oval-shaped leaves emerge.In nature grows Microgramma vaccinifolia grows on tree bark, rocks, or mossy surfaces. This species is hardy and easily adapts to various environments, as long as humidity is high. Over time, the plant forms a dense, creeping carpet, making it perfect as ground cover or wall greenery in tropical terrariums. The fern also helps maintain a stable microclimate in the terrarium by retaining moisture and improving air quality. In favorable conditions, it can form small spore capsules on the underside of the leaves, adding an additional botanical accent. For additional information about this Araflora fern, please use the symbols below.

Microgramma vaccinifolia* thrives in a moist, airy climate with high humidity and indirect light. Keep the substrate slightly moist yet well-drained, and avoid prolonged dryness or waterlogging.- Water: Keep the soil or substrate slightly moist; do not allow it to dry out completely, but avoid standing water. Preferably use soft water (or rainwater).
- Light: Moderate to bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
- Temperature: Ideally between 18–28°C; suitable for tropical and subtropical terrariums.
- Humidity: High (70–90%); essential for healthy growth.
- Substrate: Airy mix containing sphagnum moss, bark, and perlite, or mounted on cork, wood, or stone.
- Nutrition: A light dose of fern fertilizer or general-purpose plant food once a month during the growing season.
- Pruning: Remove older leaves and overly long rhizomes to keep the plant compact.*Microgramma vaccinifolia* can be grown either as an epiphyte (on wood or cork) or terrestrially (in substrate). Its creeping rhizomes allow it to grow beautifully across surfaces. For additional information, please refer to Araflora's plant care symbols.