A dead or injured root will be dark brown or black. Under-watering can also cause wilting. If the soil is dried out completely, water immediately. To be sure the soil is thoroughly soaked, submerge the pot in water until bubbles cease rising, then allow it to drain until dripping ceases. Once the fern has recovered, use regular watering practices to keep the soil evenly moist.
Size varies with variety.
Can be used for a hanging basket. Propagate by division, runners or spores. Each leaf is a single sprout from the roots and grows up to 2 feet long and 10 inches wide. This bold plant looks nice an any home or office setting. It is an unusual looking fern but easy to grow in sphagnum moss supported on a piece of wood.