Plant Care Ceterach Officinarum

Ceterach Officinarum

Also known as

Rustyback

Taxonomy

Asplenium ceterach
Asplenium
Aspleniaceae
Polypodiales

How to care for Ceterach Officinarum

💦 Water

How often to water your Ceterach Officinarum

Water needs for Ceterach Officinarum
0.5 cups
every 7

Ceterach Officinarum needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Ceterach Officinarum

Water 0.5 cups every
7

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Ceterach Officinarum in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Ceterach Officinarum: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

Ceterach Officinarum can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Ceterach Officinarum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Ceterach Officinarum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Ceterach Officinarum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Ceterach Officinarum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Ceterach Officinarum is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Ceterach Officinarum Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Ceterach Officinarum can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Ceterach Officinarum Light Requirements →

Ceterach Officinarum Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Ceterach Officinarum enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Ceterach Officinarum Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Ceterach Officinarum is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Ceterach Officinarum →

When and How to Successfully Repot Ceterach Officinarum →


💩 Fertilizer

Ceterach Officinarum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

Ceterach Officinarum is native to Worldwide.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Ceterach Officinarum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Ceterach Officinarum Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Ceterach Officinarum

Ceterach Officinarum

Ceterach Officinarum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 7 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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