Blue Oil Fern “Microsorum Thailandicum” philodendron serpens almost leathery

almost leathery

low light causes fading and leaf drop)

It’s also a parent to many popular hybrids due to its striking foliage and compact growth habit

A striking Colombian and Ecuadorian hemiepiphytic climber whose common name references the dramatic two-toned leaf character that defines the species — the adaxial upper surface a deep

underwatering can lead to drooping leaves

Blue Oil Fern “Microsorum Thailandicum” philodendron serpens almost leatheryLight: Medium indirect light (protected understory conditions) Water: Keep evenly moist (never soggy); rainwater distilled only Soil: Epiphytic mount (tree fern plaque or cork bark) Humidity: 85%+ ideal (terrarium or greenhouse required) Temperature: 6075F (1624C) Fertilizer: Monthly orchid spray (foliar application)