Polystichum tsussimense (Korean Fern) - H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the fronds of my Korean Fern browning at the tips? Almost always due to air that is too dry or water that is too hard. Regularly mist the foliage and switch to filtered or rainwater. Heating in winter is the most common cause — place a humidifier nearby.
Is the Korean Fern safe for pets? Yes, Polystichum tsussimense is completely non-toxic to cats and dogs — a valuable advantage for homes with pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 Delicately finely cut tender green fronds • 🌑 Tolerates shade • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 Compact size H30 cm • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Polystichum tsussimense, or Korean Fern, is a compact fern native to the shaded, humid undergrowth of Korea, Japan, and China. Its finely cut tender green fronds flourish in a dense, graceful rosette — a delicate and airy texture that brings softness and lightness to any indoor space. H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm.
Non-toxic, easy to care for, excellent shade tolerance. Discover it in our selection of air-purifying plants.
Which indoor fern to choose?
Our catalog offers several ferns with distinct characters:
- Polystichum tsussimense (this plant) — finely cut fronds, compact size H30 cm, excellent shade tolerance. The most delicate and compact.
- Asplenium Nidus — smooth fronds in a shiny green rosette, medium size. The most understated and structured.
- Nephrolepis Green Lady — generous pinnate fronds, trailing habit, large size. The lushest.
- Nephrolepis Green Lady in basket — same variety, ready to place in its natural woven basket. The turnkey decor version.
Exposure & location
- Ideal exposure: partial shade to shade — soft indirect light.
- Tolerates: deep shade — it’s one of the ferns best suited to low-light spaces.
- Avoid: direct sunlight that burns the delicate fronds.
- Temperature: 15–22 °C, without sudden changes.
- Humidity: 60-80% recommended — bathroom or humid space ideal.
The bathroom is its ideal location — the natural humidity suits it perfectly. Check our light and humidity guide to find the right spot.
Watering & care
- Watering: regular — keep the soil slightly moist without soaking.
- Technique: always water around the rosette, never in the center — standing water in the heart causes rot.
- Frequency: 1 to 2 times per week in spring-summer, slightly reduced in winter.
- Humidity: mist the fronds regularly.
- Fertilizer: liquid green plant fertilizer diluted by half, once a month in spring and summer.
- Cleaning: gently remove dead fronds at the base.
Check out our complete watering guide to adjust frequency according to the season.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its finely cut fronds create a delicate and airy texture play — a plant that brings lightness where others bring mass.
- On a desk: its compact size (H30 cm) and shade tolerance make it an ideal plant for a low-light desk — air-purifying and very decorative.
- In arrangements: pair it with a Maranta Fascinator or an Asplenium Nidus for a shade plant composition with highly contrasting textures.
- Ideal pot: matte ceramic in white, gray, or terracotta — neutral tones highlight the fineness of the fronds without competing with them.
Its new fronds emerge curled from the center — a fascinating plant spectacle to watch in spring. Find more ferns in our indoor jungle collection.
Verdeia advice
- Never water in the center of the rosette — always water around it. This is the golden rule for this fern — standing water in the heart causes rapid rot.
- High humidity essential — mist regularly or place the plant in a bright bathroom. Too dry air causes brown, brittle fronds.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — Polystichum tsussimense is completely safe for cats and dogs. Check out our plants and pets guide for more pet-friendly ideas.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Polystichum tsussimense
- Common names: Korean Fern, Tsushima Fern
- Family: Dryopteridaceae
- Origin: temperate forests of East Asia (Korea, Japan, China)
- Approximate height: 30 cm
- Pot diameter: 12 cm
- Adult size: 35–40 cm indoors
- Light exposure: partial shade to shade — tolerates low-light spaces
- Watering: regular — substrate slightly moist, never in the center
- Humidity: high recommended (60-80%)
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to pets: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Delicate / Elegant / Natural
- Features: delicately finely cut fronds, excellent shade tolerance, compact size
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. Leaf density naturally varies depending on growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.