Humata tyermannii (Bear's Foot Fern) – H20 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Bear's Foot fern grow in a bathroom? Yes, it’s actually the ideal spot — the natural humidity after showers perfectly replicates the conditions of its tropical habitat and keeps the fronds fresh and dense.
What is the difference between Humata tyermannii and Davallia? Both are epiphytic ferns with hairy rhizomes from the same family, but Humata has finer, more delicately divided fronds, and particularly visible, silvery-white, fuzzy rhizomes.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
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- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
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- 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
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🌿 Velvety rhizomes resembling bear paws • 🐾 Non-toxic • 💧 Moderate watering • ☀️ Indirect light • 🌫️ Likes humidity • 📏 H20 cm | Decorative pot Ø17 cm
The Humata tyermannii, nicknamed the Bear Paw Fern, is a rare tropical epiphytic fern native to Southeast Asia. Its deep green finely divided fronds emerge from thick, velvety rhizomes — these silvery white "bear paws" creeping over the edge of the pot are its most fascinating distinctive feature, setting it apart immediately from all other ferns.
Non-toxic to pets and easy to care for, it fits perfectly among the original and rare plants and the indoor ferns in the Verdeia catalog.
Light & Location
Humata tyermannii naturally grows under tropical forest canopy — it prefers soft light and a humid atmosphere, exactly what bathrooms and spaces with high ambient humidity offer. Our article on light-humidity balance for indoor plants helps you find the ideal spot.
- Light: soft indirect to partial shade — no direct sun that dries out fronds and yellows foliage.
- Ideal locations: bright bathroom, living room, office — anywhere with naturally high ambient humidity.
- Avoid: direct heat sources like radiators, cold drafts, and temperatures below 15 °C.
- Temperature: ideally 18 to 25 °C.
Place it in a bright, quiet spot where its velvety rhizomes can naturally spread over the edge of the pot — this slow movement of the "paws" outside the pot is a sign of a healthy plant.
Watering & Care
Humata tyermannii is an epiphytic fern — its rhizomes allow it to tolerate occasional dry periods better than classic substrate ferns. The balance is the same as for other tropical indoor plants: substrate slightly moist, never waterlogged.
- Frequency: about once a week — water when the substrate surface starts to dry.
- In winter: space out watering slightly.
- Humidity: mist the fronds regularly to keep them fresh and vibrant.
- Fertilizer: a mild fertilizer for green plants once a month in spring and summer.
- Cleaning: gently dust the fronds with a soft damp cloth.
A tray of moist clay pebbles under the pot maintains constant humidity around the rhizomes — this is the most effective way to replicate the humid forest floor atmosphere Humata needs without risking root rot.
Decor Ideas & Plant Pairings
The velvety rhizomes of Humata tyermannii make it a plant to display prominently — hanging or on a high shelf, its "paws" naturally overflowing the pot are as decorative as its fronds, as suggested by our guides on the best hanging plants.
- For a fern collection with very contrasting textures, pair Humata with a Phlebodium Blue Star and an Asparagus setaceus — the velvety rhizomes of Humata, the velvety blue-green fronds of Phlebodium, and the feathery foliage of Asparagus create a very sophisticated botanical texture trio.
- Hanging in a bathroom, let the rhizomes fall freely over the sides of the hanging pot — the natural humidity after showers exactly replicates its habitat conditions, and the velvety "paws" are especially visible and graphic when viewed from below.
- For a wall epiphytic composition, pair it with a Davallia bullata on a wooden board — the two climbing rhizome ferns naturally spread over the support and create a very lively plant display.
- To highlight the contrast between green fronds and white rhizomes, choose a terracotta or anthracite ceramic decorative pot — the warm or dark ceramic tones make the silvery white velvety rhizomes stand out by contrast.
Verdeia Tips
- Never cut the rhizomes that overflow the pot: these velvety extensions are not aerial roots to remove but the plant’s most characteristic living part — cutting them weakens the Humata and deprives your arrangement of its most original element.
- Repot every 2 years in a rich, well-draining mix: a substrate made of universal potting soil, peat, and perlite ensures necessary drainage — our guide on repotting indoor plants walks you through step by step.
- Avoid overly dark areas: if the fronds gradually yellow, it’s almost always a sign of lack of light or excess water — move the plant to a slightly brighter spot before adjusting watering.
Technical Specifications
- Botanical name: Humata tyermannii
- Common name: Bear Paw Fern
- Family: Davalliaceae
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Dimensions on delivery: H20 cm | Decorative pot Ø17 cm
- Foliage: Deep green, finely divided, silvery white velvety rhizomes
- Light: soft indirect to partial shade
- Watering: About once a week, substrate slightly moist
- Temperature: 18 – 25 °C
- Care: Easy
- Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decor style: Botanical / Zen / Original
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. The length and density of rhizomes naturally vary depending on light, humidity, and season.
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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.