{"product_id":"spores-cyrtomium-falcatum-japanese-holly-fern","title":"500+ Spores Cyrtomium Falcatum (Japanese Holly Fern)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e500+ Count \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eJapanese Holly Fern Spores (Cyrtomium Falcatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pWvJNd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mZJni Dn7Fzd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE BUYING:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTHIS IS NOT A LIVE PLANT.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e You will NOT receive a potted fern.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTHESE ARE NOT SEEDS.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferns do not have seeds.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eYOU ARE BUYING MICROSCOPIC SPORES ONLY.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eSpores look like \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFINE DUST \/ POWDER\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (see picture).\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003eDue to their microscopic size, the physical volume in the packet is extremely small (looks like a tiny smudge of dust). However, it contains over 500 viable spores. Please open the packet indoors with extreme care so they don't blow away!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyrtomium Falcatum\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Holly Fern, is a rare and exceptionally hardy fern variety. Its main distinguishing feature is its large, stiff, glossy, sickle-shaped leaflets that form a neat mound. The plant is slow-growing, adapts well to low humidity, and thrives in partial to deep shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyrtomium Falcatum (Japanese Holly Fern) Spore Sowing Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterilization (Crucial Step):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fern spores require a completely sterile environment to prevent mold and algae. Sterilize your potting soil by pouring boiling water over it and letting it cool completely, or microwave the moist soil for 2-3 minutes in a microwave-safe container before use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Container: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse a clear plastic container with a tight-fitting transparent lid. Fill it with a lightweight, pre-sterilized peat moss or coco coir mix. Press the soil surface down gently to make it flat and even.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fern spores are micro-fine, like dust. Gently puff, sprinkle, or tap the spores directly onto the surface of the moist soil. Perform a bare surface sow—do not cover or bury the spores under the soil, as they require light to grow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealing the Container:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immediately close the transparent lid or tightly cover the container with clear plastic wrap to seal in 100% humidity. Do not open the container until the first green growth covers the soil surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight \u0026amp; Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the container in a warm area at around 68-75°F. Provide plenty of bright, indirect sunlight or keep it under a professional grow light for 12-14 hours a day. Avoid direct hot sunlight to prevent baking the container.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Germination Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be very patient, as this is a slow, multi-stage tropical process. Within 2 to 8 weeks, a green, moss-like film (prothallus) will develop on the soil surface. Mist very gently with sterile water if the surface ever looks dry to help the fertilization process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e True fern fronds (leaves) will eventually grow from this green carpet. Once they reach 1-2 inches tall, gradually acclimate them to open air by venting the lid before moving them into individual pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Holly Fern Care Guide: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardiness zone: USDA Zones 6–9.\u003cbr\u003eLight: Bright Indirect Light to Shade: Place it in filtered sunlight, partial shade. Protect the tough, leathery fronds from harsh direct sun to avoid burning.\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate \u0026amp; Consistent: Water thoroughly once the top layer of soil dries. Keep the substrate evenly moist but never soggy, ensuring proper drainage.\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 50–75°F: It thrives in average room temperatures but highly prefers cooler environments. It easily tolerates a cooler winter rest down to 45–50°F and is resilient to cold drafts.\u003cbr\u003eHumidity: 40–60% Level: Adaptable to average home humidity due to its thick, waxy fronds. Misting is not necessary, but it appreciates fresh moving air.\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-Draining Mix: Use a loose, peat-based potting soil mixed with plenty of perlite or orchid bark to ensure excellent root aeration.\u003cbr\u003eFertilizer: Mild Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength once a month only during the active growing season (spring and summer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"SGF5Lb\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"SGF5Lb\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"SGF5Lb\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"floriculture-us","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52914886836506,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/2424\/2970\/files\/cyrtomium-falcatum-japanese-holly-fern-frond.jpg?v=1789902751","url":"https:\/\/floriculture-us.com\/products\/spores-cyrtomium-falcatum-japanese-holly-fern","provider":"Floriculture US","version":"1.0","type":"link"}