Plants in family aspleniaceae
Athyrium asplenioides
Athyrium asplenioides is a deciduous fern with an Asplenium-like appearance, growing between 1 and 3 feet tall. It is deer-resistant and adaptable to both moist sunny gardens and dry shade. This native fern features upright, light green fronds and a clumping growth habit, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Asplenium nidus 'Hurricane'
Asplenium nidus 'Hurricane', commonly known as the bird's nest fern, features long, wavy, circular fronds. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can also handle low-light environments. This pet-friendly plant prefers high humidity and should be watered when the soil is semi-dry.
Athyrium otophorum
Athyrium otophorum, or the eared lady fern, is a deciduous fern with a tufted oval growth habit. Its fronds open pale green before turning grey-green with maroon stems, providing a striking contrast. Hardy to 14°F, it thrives in moist, partially-shaded areas with good drainage, making it suitable for woodland gardens.
Asplenium nidus 'Leslie'
Native to tropical regions of Asia and east Africa, this plant prefers partial shade or indirect sunlight and requires humidity. It has compact, uniform width leaves with split curly ends.
Asplenium 'Leslie'
Asplenium 'Leslie' is a fern known for its distinct fronds. It is pet-friendly and suitable for indoor growing, making it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.
Asplenium rhizophyllum
Asplenium rhizophyllum, native to North America, is an evergreen fern with narrow, glossy green leaves that can root at their tips to form new plants. It grows on shaded boulders and ledges, often on alkaline rocks, and is known for its unique appearance and ability to withstand short droughts.
Asplenium nidus 'Victoria'
Asplenium nidus 'Victoria', native to tropical regions of Asia and East Africa, is a compact fern with uniform width and split curly ends. It prefers partial shade or indirect sunlight and requires humidity, making it an ideal choice for indoor plant enthusiasts seeking a tropical touch.
Athyrium vidalii
Athyrium vidalii is a deciduous, deer-resistant Asian fern with arched 2-foot fronds and a lacy appearance. This clumping fern adds a delicate touch to shaded garden areas and is known for its deeply cut pinnae.
Athyrium niponicum
Athyrium niponicum, also known as the Japanese painted fern, is a deciduous fern native to eastern Asia. It features creeping rhizomes and tuft-shaped fronds with a unique combination of purple, silver, and green colors. This fern is suitable for woodland gardens and can grow in full sun in cooler climates. It is easy to grow and adds a touch of elegance to shaded areas.
Asplenium nidus 'Austral Gem'
Asplenium nidus 'Austral Gem' is a low-maintenance fern with feathery fronds, ideal for bright, indirect light but capable of thriving in low-light environments. This pet-friendly plant handles high humidity well and should be watered when the soil is semi-dried out. Its ease of care and attractive foliage make it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts seeking a touch of greenery.
Asplenium nidus 'Crissie'
Asplenium nidus 'Crissie' is an upright growing fern with scalloped frond ends. It grows best in filtered or indirect light and requires consistently moist soil.
Asplenium trichomanes
Asplenium trichomanes, commonly known as a small fern in the spleenwort genus, is found worldwide in rocky habitats. It forms tufts from a short, scaly rhizome and features evergreen fronds that are long and narrow. This fern is hardy down to -4°F and prefers shaded areas, making it suitable for woodland rock gardens.
Asplenium nidus
Asplenium nidus, commonly known as the bird's nest fern, is an epiphytic species native to tropical regions. It features large, glossy fronds that grow in a circular pattern, resembling a bird's nest. This fern thrives in warm, humid environments with indirect sunlight and is non-toxic to humans and pets.
Athyrium filix-femina
Athyrium filix-femina, commonly known as the lady fern, is a deciduous plant with attractive fronds featuring larger 'buttons' of green foliage. It can reach up to 3 feet tall and is ideal for mass planting in woodland gardens. This deer-resistant fern is adaptable to both moist sunny gardens and dry shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Athyrium cyclosorum
Athyrium cyclosorum, commonly known as the West Coast lady fern, is the largest of the lady ferns, capable of reaching up to 6 feet in height in rich, moist environments. This fern is distinguished by its lighter-colored fronds and is native to the United States, making it a popular choice for native plant gardens. It thrives in shaded areas and is well-suited for rain gardens and xeriscaping. Athyrium cyclosorum is a versatile plant that can adapt to a variety of garden settings, providing lush greenery and a delicate texture to shaded landscapes. Its ability to grow in dry shade makes it an excellent choice for challenging garden spots. This fern is a perennial, ensuring it returns year after year to enhance the garden's beauty. Its robust growth and adaptability make it a favorite among gardeners looking to add a touch of elegance to their outdoor spaces.
Asplenium antiquum
Asplenium antiquum, or bird's-nest fern, is an evergreen fern native to East Asia, thriving in high humidity and bright, indirect light. It features bright green, arching blades and grows in various natural habitats, including cliffs and damp forests. This plant is endangered in South Korea and Japan.
Asplenium nidus 'Nidus'
Asplenium nidus 'Nidus', also known as the bird's nest fern, is native to tropical Asia and East Africa. It features large, light green, often crinkled leaves and prefers partial shade with high humidity. The leaves can grow up to 5 feet long, making it a striking indoor plant.
Asplenium nidus 'Japanese'
Asplenium nidus 'Japanese' is a pet-friendly fern with long green fronds, known for its low maintenance requirements. It prefers bright, indirect light but can also handle low-light environments, making it a versatile choice for indoor spaces.
Asplenium scolopendrium
Asplenium scolopendrium, also known as the hart's-tongue fern, is a lush evergreen fern with light green, strap-shaped fronds. It grows 12-18 inches tall and thrives in full to light shade, preferring moist, humus-rich soil. This fern is native to the Northern Hemisphere and is known for its unique sori pattern, resembling a myriapod's legs. It is cultivated for its ornamental value and has medicinal uses.
Asplenium theciferum
Asplenium theciferum is a large fern found in tropical regions, known for its broad, shiny fronds that grow in a circular pattern. This epiphytic fern thrives on trees and rocks in shaded, humid environments. Asplenium theciferum is a popular ornamental plant, valued for its easy maintenance and striking appearance.
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Marginatum'
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Marginatum', a European form of Hart's Tongue fern, is known for its narrow, glossy green leaves with heavily stitched edges. This plant forms a clump about 10 inches tall and 15 inches wide, thriving in moist soils with near-neutral pH. Its unique foliage and adaptability to shaded areas make it a popular choice for cottage gardens or as a groundcover. Its resilience and distinctive appearance make it a favorite among fern enthusiasts.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Encourage'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Encourage' is a deciduous fern with light green foliage forming a 1-foot wide clump. Its 18-inch long arching fronds have a petticoat-like appearance, and the plant is deer-resistant, thriving in part sun to light shade.
Athyrium 'Ghost'
Athyrium 'Ghost' is a hybrid fern with silvery grey foliage, resulting from a cross between Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' and Athyrium filix-femina. It grows upright to 2-3 feet tall and is deer-resistant, making it suitable for woodland gardens. This fern adds a touch of elegance with its unique coloration and structure.
Athyrium petersenii
Athyrium petersenii is a robust, easy-to-grow fern with lime-green fronds that reach about 1 foot in length. This deer-resistant plant forms small clumps and spreads by short rhizomes, making it an excellent choice for shaded garden areas.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Red Neck Girl'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Red Neck Girl' is a fern with bright red stipes and finely-cut fronds, reaching up to 30 inches tall. It is a heat-loving counterpart to the 'Lady in Red' fern and prefers average to slightly moist garden soils. This fern adds a splash of color to shaded areas.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Fancy Fronds'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Fancy Fronds' is a dwarf lady fern known for its light green foliage and frizzy, petticoat-like crests on the stems. This deer-resistant plant grows to 8 inches tall and wide, making it perfect for woodland gardens. It thrives in light shade to full shade and is a charming addition to shaded garden areas.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Cristata'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Cristata', also known as the English lady fern, is a deciduous plant with a clumping growth habit. It features unique 'petticoats' at the end of each frond and pinnae, making it a standout specimen for woodland gardens. This deer-resistant fern grows to about 18 inches wide.
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum'
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' is a European fern with shiny, evergreen leaves that form a tight rosette. The leaves end in a crested pattern, adding interest to shaded garden areas. It prefers moist, well-drained soil with a neutral pH.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae' is a deciduous fern with a unique three-dimensional appearance, featuring narrow pinnae that resemble green boomerangs. This deer-resistant plant grows to about 18 inches in height and width, making it a striking addition to any garden. Its crested fronds add an elegant touch to shaded areas.
Athyrium niponicum 'Rebel Rouser'
Athyrium niponicum 'Rebel Rouser' is a deciduous fern with tightly congested foliage and a ruffled tip. It emerges grey-green before aging to grass green, forming a 20-inch tall by 3-foot wide clump. This plant is ideal for shaded garden areas, adding texture and color.