Phlebodium aureum var. areolatum

Under glass, grow in 1 part each loam, medium-grade bark, and charcoal, 2 parts sharp sand, and 3 parts coarse leaf mould. Provide full light or bright, filtered light. During growth, water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter. See how to grow ferns for further advice

No pruning required

Propagate by sowing spores as soon as ripe. Divide rhizomes in spring

May be susceptible to scale insects

Generally disease-free