Rumohra adiantiformis variegata T8
Rumohra adiantiformis 'Variegata', also known as the variegated leather fern, is a rare, decorative variant of the classic leather fern. The parent species originates from tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Australia. The 'Variegata' variety is characterized by striking, cream-white to yellow leaf markings.
Characteristics:
This fern produces leathery, feathery fronds with an elegant, arching growth habit. The 'Variegata' variety displays irregular, light stripes or speckles along the leaf segments, giving it a particularly exotic appearance. The leaves are long-lasting and relatively firm, making them popular as cut greens.
Care Instructions:
Light: Bright to semi-shady – no direct sunlight, but sufficient brightness for strong variegation.
Water: Keep evenly moist – best watered with low-calcium water, avoiding waterlogging.
Humidity: Medium to high (50%+) – higher humidity is especially appreciated in winter.
Fertilizer: In spring and summer, 1–2 times per month with our special fern or green plant fertilizer in diluted form.
Temperature: 18–25 °C – do not keep below 12 °C, sensitive to cold drafts.
Note: The variegated form of Rumohra adiantiformis grows slower than the green original form but is equally robust and easy to care for. Ideal for bright locations without direct sunlight – such as in terrariums, plant showcases, or stylish interiors.
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Since 2007, we have been heating our entire operation with a fully automated 850 kW wood chip heating system and a 100,000-liter buffer storage tank. Environmentally friendly and CO2-neutral. Only to support during very cold winter days and nights is a conventional oil heating system available.
Since 2014, the heating has been supported by a solar thermal system with an annual yield of about 20 megawatt-hours.
In 2020, we installed a photovoltaic system with 30 kW peak and have been producing more green electricity per year than our entire operation requires.
Since 2021, we use exclusively pots for our self-produced plants that are not only 100% recyclable but are also entirely made from recycled pots. To this end, we collect all used pots that arise in our operation and have them picked up in big bags by our pot supplier Göttinger. There, the pots are cleaned and processed in a water-free recycling facility into new pots that come back to us.