Rhaphidophora tetrasperma - Mini Monstera Container Virginia Blue Fern

Virginia Blue Fern

spring Evergreen/Deciduous Winter deciduous Fragrant No Cold Hardy to 15°F Attracts pollinators Butterflies Container Plant No Erosion Control Yes Bank Stabilization Yes Fire Resistant Moderate Deer resistant Yes Local plant Yes

Fragrant pink flowers that bloom in the spring through winter are followed by red berries

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The specific epithet comes from the Greeks word 'itea' meaning "willow" and 'phylla' meaning leaf and it is commonly also known as the Willow-leaf Wattle

Rhaphidophora tetrasperma - Mini Monstera Container Virginia Blue FernMini Monstera These plants love to climb. They need support from a small trellis or pole indoors. Plant in an area in your house with a balance of sun and shade. Likes a warm root and doesnt like being in spaces below 50 deg F. Water once a week. Wait until the soil is almost dry before watering again. Likes a nutrient rich soil. * Toxic if ingested by humans or pets. Sap can also be a mild skin irritant.