Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate medium light but will develop fuller fronds and better coloration with brighter conditions. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Watering Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry. Do not allow the root ball to fully dry out. Use room-temperature, low-mineral water if possible.
Soil Preference: Use a loose, well-draining mix rich in organic matter. A blend of peat or coco coir, perlite, and orchid bark supports moisture while maintaining aeration.
How to Fertilize: Fertilize every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer using a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer. Reduce or skip feeding in fall and winter.
Hardiness Zone: Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11. Indoors, maintain temperatures above 60°F and avoid cold drafts or direct airflow from vents.
Pet Safety: Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Additional Care Tips: Phlebodium aureum 'Davana' is valued for its ruffled, bluish fronds and an airy growth habit. Provide high humidity (50%+) to prevent crisping and encourage lush foliage—use a pebble tray or humidifier if needed. Remove older fronds at the base to promote new growth. Repot every 1–2 years into fresh substrate, keeping rhizomes just at the soil surface. Rotate occasionally for even growth and avoid strong fertilizer, which can burn delicate roots.
