Sword Fern. A very handsome fern with erect emerald green deeply divided linear fronds (leaves). Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Nephrolepis exaltata
A very handsome fern with erect emerald green deeply divided linear fronds (leaves)
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Nephrolepis |
---|---|
Species | exaltata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Sword Fern |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Nephrolepidaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Mist regularly, Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Scale |
Maintenance | Give a quarter strength foliar feed in the growing season, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
Propagation | Division |
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