{"product_id":"microsorum-thailandicum-giant","title":"Microsorum thailandicum 'Giant' (large form)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosorum thailandicum\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare exotic fern native to Thailand—one of the few plant varieties on the planet with naturally blue (metallic blue) leaves. It became famous after being used as natural decor in the making of the film Avatar, and despite its highly exotic appearance and the fact that it is a truly rare plant, it has proven to be very easy to grow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lower light, medium to high humidity. It is considered a hardy fern that adapts easily to environmental conditions while retaining its color. It is ideal for a terrarium, but it also grows well in apartment conditions. Misting and maintaining high humidity help intensify its color.\u003cbr\u003eIt can also be grown as an epiphyte or lithophyte, provided adequate humidity is maintained.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e is carried out through spores (usually found on the underside of the leaf) or through rhizomes, which can later be divided. When propagation is desired, planting in Sphagnum Moss in a terrarium with a controlled microclimate is recommended, although propagation can also occur spontaneously under normal conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e can be done with a very diluted orchid fertilizer. Many growers use only 10% of the dose indicated on the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e should be done through thorough misting—this fern has shallow surface roots and is sensitive to overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Microsorum thailandicum is a delicate ornamental fern, valued for its foliage with bluish-metallic reflections, but its leaves may show \u003cstrong\u003enatural imperfections,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003espots, handling marks, slightly damaged edges, dry tips, or partially\u003c\/strong\u003e damaged leaves, especially after transport. These aspects are common in plants with delicate foliage and do not necessarily indicate a viability issue. The plant gradually adapts to its new environment, and new leaves will develop according to the light, humidity, and stability of the growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorative pot is not included in the price.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Taiwan","offers":[{"title":"2.5 inch pot","offer_id":56554767548742,"sku":"A27-54","price":28.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/IMG-3617.png?v=1782328544","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-ie\/products\/microsorum-thailandicum-giant","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}