Rumohra adiantiformis Variegata

Rumohra adiantiformis Variegata is a lovely variegated form of the famous Florist's Fern. It is a very tender plant that is primarily grown indoors or in a conservatory, or even on a sheltered green wall, protected from frost. Whether in a pot or floral arrangements, its timeless elegance and the brightness of its shiny vibrant green fronds with a central band of yellowish green that almost looks artificial, are appreciated. Place your Rumohra 'Variegata' in partial shade or dappled sunlight, in slightly moist but well-drained soil, and in an atmosphere that is not too dry.

Rumohra adiantiformis Variegata belongs to the Dryopteridaceae family. The evergreen botanical species is native to tropical areas of South America, the Caribbean, South Africa, the western islands of the Indian Ocean, Papua New Guinea, and Oceania. It is a perennial fern with slightly trailing rhizomes, slowly forming a spreading and dense tuft, approximately 35 cm high and 35-40 cm (16in) wide. The 'Variegata' form develops generally triangular, leathery, bipinnate fronds with toothed pinnules or leaflets along the edges. They are shiny green with a lemon-green central line.

Rumohra adiantiformis has great ornamental value but is not suited for growing outdoors in our climates. It thrives in environments resembling tropical forests: filtered light, temperatures ranging from 10 to 22 °C (50 to 71.6°F), and moderately humid air. It can be grown in a pot, terrarium, floral compositions, bottle gardens, or a planter. To accompany it, consider asparagus ferns, Asplenium nidus, New Guinea impatiens, plectranthus, and other African violets, for example. Of course, its long-lasting cut foliage enhances any homemade flower arrangement.