{"product_id":"pteris-cretica-mayi-fern-6-pot","title":"Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern Live Plant","description":"\u003c!-- pf-original-desc --\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pteris cretica 'Mayi'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bird's Foot Fern, Ribbon Fern\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pteris cretica 'Mayii', sometimes called Ribbon Fern, is a small, tropical fern displaying two-tone green, divided fronds with crested tips. Leaves are marked with a center silver stripe. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil which is moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-why-love --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-why-love\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25rem 0 0.5rem;font-size:1.15rem\"\u003eWhy choose Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLush, feathery fronds that soften any space\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThrives in the humidity of bright bathrooms and kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdds a fresh, woodland-tropical feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooks best: bright bathroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-why-love --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-receive --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-receive\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25rem 0 0.5rem;font-size:1.15rem\"\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne live Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern, rooted in soil in a 6\" nursery pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNursery pot and soil included; a decorative planter only if you select one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLive plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count within the pot size you choose; we do not publish measured shipping heights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-receive --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-snapshot --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-snapshot\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25rem 0 0.5rem;font-size:1.15rem\"\u003eWill it suit your home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright-indirect to medium; tolerates lower light; no direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e whenever the top of the soil starts to dry — keep it consistently, evenly moist (never bone-dry).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — mainly about keeping humidity up and the soil from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumping plant with arching (sometimes trailing) fronds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stays a compact-to-medium plant — mature size can vary by growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pet-friendly — most true ferns are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). As with any plant, discourage pets from nibbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fern fans and lovers of soft, leafy texture · Humid spots like bright bathrooms and kitchens · Shadier corners with indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThink twice if:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very dry-air rooms (without added humidity) — fronds go crispy · Spots with harsh, direct sun · People who tend to forget watering — ferns dislike drying out · Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-snapshot --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-trust-block --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-trust-block\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25rem 0 0.5rem;font-size:1.15rem\"\u003eDelivery and arrival help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShips free within the continental U.S. from a greenhouse in Florida or California, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDispatched within 1–4 business days, Monday to Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend; standard transit is typically 3–7 business days after that.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeat packs are not included automatically: in cold weather (below about 45°F at the destination) add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/winter-plant-shipping-protection\"\u003eWinter Plant Shipping Protection\u003c\/a\u003e to your order, and in extreme cold or heat we may hold the order until it is safe to ship — we will let you know.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf it arrives dead, severely damaged, or significantly different from the description, email photos of the plant and packaging to info@shopfloridaplant.com within 48 hours of delivery for a full refund or a free replacement (\u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGive your plant a few days to settle in; minor cosmetic marks from transit are normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-trust-block --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-care-faq\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eCare and common questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-care-block --\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"pf-care-block\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect to medium light is ideal — keep Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern out of direct sun, which scorches the fronds. Many ferns also tolerate lower indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently, evenly moist — ferns are thirsty and their fronds crisp up if they dry out. Don't let it sit in water, though, and ease off a little in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferns love high humidity — dry air causes brown, crispy frond edges. A bright bathroom, a pebble tray, or a humidifier is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, steady room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich, moisture-retentive but well-draining potting mix (peat- or coco-based).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim off brown or tired fronds at the base to keep it fresh and full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crispy fronds usually mean the air is too dry or the soil dried out — raise humidity and keep it evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-care-block --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I water Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater whenever the top of the soil starts to dry — keep it consistently, evenly moist (never bone-dry).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of light does Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, indirect to medium light is ideal — keep Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern out of direct sun, which scorches the fronds. Many ferns also tolerate lower indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern pet safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — most true ferns are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), making Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern a popular pet-friendly choice. As with any plant, discourage pets from chewing the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my Pteris Cretica 'Mayi' Fern have brown, crispy fronds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the mix first. If it has dried out, water thoroughly and keep it evenly moist from now on. If the mix is moist, the air is too dry — raise humidity (a bright bathroom, pebble tray, or humidifier) and keep it away from heat vents. Trim crispy fronds at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-faq --\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-related --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-related\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eContinue the Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns\"\u003eBrowse more Ferns →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-plants\"\u003eExplore pet-friendly plants →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/live-plants\"\u003eBrowse all live plants →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-related --\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant","offers":[{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":67583688868132,"sku":"6_FERN_MAYI","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/9250\/8452\/files\/6_Pteris_cretica_Mayi_1-removebg-preview.png?v=1790786317","url":"https:\/\/shopfloridaplant.com\/products\/pteris-cretica-mayi-fern-6-pot","provider":"Florida Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}