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Teratophyllum sp. papua [non-exact]
GenusTeratophyllumRegionPacific & AustralasiaPlant GroupFerns & LycophytesGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrariumDifficultyExpert
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Care information

This is an unidentified *Teratophyllum* species collected from Papua. It is a tropical climbing fern that produces lobed, leathery juvenile fronds and slowly creeps or climbs along surfaces as it grows. Like other *Teratophyllum*, it prefers high humidity, consistently warm temperatures, and bright, filtered light. Best suited for terrariums, grow cabinets, or mounted displays.

You will receive a **rooted plant**, grower's choice. It will be similar in size and form to the one pictured but not the exact plant. Shipped bare-root or in moss depending on conditions.

**Light Requirements:** Moderate to bright, indirect light. Avoid strong direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** High, 80–100%.
**Temperature Range:** 70–85°F (21–29°C). Keep above 65°F (18°C).
**Growth Habit:** Creeping to climbing fern. Juvenile fronds lobed; climbs with support over time.
**Soil:** Best mounted on bark, wood, or moss. Can also be grown in a fine, well-draining epiphyte mix.
**pH:** Slightly acidic to neutral, 5.5–6.5.
**Size:** Slow grower. Juvenile fronds stay small; mature plants can climb several feet with time.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Polypodiaceae
Growth strategy
Epiphyte
Humidity
80–100% — The "Sweet Spot" for most rare tropicals and shinglers. This high-saturation environment is essential for aerial root attachment to hardscape and ensures that delicate foliage maintains its turgidity and sheen.
Lighting
Moderate — Prefers bright, filtered, or indirect light. This is the "sweet spot" for most terrarium species; however, direct sun or high-intensity LEDs will scorch delicate juvenile leaves.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
Sales form
Rooted
Size
Large
Temperature
70–85°F — Standard Tropical Range. This mirrors the natural understory of the rainforest, providing enough warmth for vigorous growth while remaining safe from the extreme heat that can bake a closed glass enclosure.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.