Davallia tyermanii 
(Bear's Paw Fern, Silver Hare's Foot Fern, White Rabbit's Foot Fern)

Synonyms:  Davallia tyermannii, Humata tyermannii
Origin:  Native to China
Family:  Davalliaceae
Light:  Filtered shade
Height:  6-12"
Spacing:  3-6"
Foliage:  Showy, dark green, glossy
Soil:  Well-drained, moist, sphagnum moss
Water:  Moderate
Fertilizer:  Water Soluble during growing season, use half strength of that on label
Uses:  Groundcover, foliage, woodland setting, shade garden, mass plant, hanging basket, clay pot, terrarium
Propagation:  Rootball divisions

Comments:  Davallia tyermanii  or Bears Paw Fern or Silver Hare's Foot Fern or White Rabbit's Foot Fern or Davallia tyermannii or Humata tyermannii is a tropical perennial fern with a compact, fast growth habit.  It is native to China.  Davallia tyermanii has lovely dark green glossy foliage.  The rhizomatous roots have interesting white fur on them which looks like soft rabbit's feet; they look exquisite as they grasp onto the sides of the container.  Bears Paw Fern is easily propagated from rootball divisions;  The furry rhizome has to be a minimal of 2-3 inches long.  Choose a fitting pot.  Use wet sphagnum moss to wrap the rootball, continue to fill rest of pot to 2 inches below the rim.  Allow the rhizome to lay above it and over the rim of pot.  Place plant in warm filtered shade till new growth appears then to permanent location.  Mass plant Silver Hare's Foot Fern as eye-catching groundcovers in the partly shaded garden or in a woodland setting.  White Rabbit's Foot Fern is ideal for hanging baskets or grow it in a clay pot. Divide plants when overcrowded.  Davallia tyermannii can also be grown in a terrarium or as a potted indoor plant; place it where it can receive indirect light.  Humata tyermannii is a unique show piece and it easily starts a conversation.

USDA Zones:  8-10

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