Plants in family nephrolepidaceae
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Suzi Wong'
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Suzi Wong' is a very finely divided variety of the Boston Fern, resembling cotton candy with its soft and fluffy appearance. It requires extra humidity and grows well in a terrarium or cool garden room, making it a charming addition to indoor plant collections.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Curly Boston'
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Curly Boston' is a unique fern with curly fronds that thrives in bright filtered or indirect light. It has high water needs and requires well-draining soil, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Nephrolepis exaltata
Nephrolepis exaltata, commonly known as the Boston Fern, is a popular tropical indoor plant with lush, elegant foliage. Its long, green fronds form a dense, arching cluster, resembling a fishbone. This fern thrives in humid climates and prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for hanging baskets indoors. It is known for its air-purifying qualities and is non-toxic to pets, making it a safe and beneficial addition to homes.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Compacta'
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Compacta' is a lush evergreen fern with large, bushy fronds that thrives in medium to bright indirect light. It requires consistently moist soil and high humidity, making it ideal for indoor environments. This fern cannot tolerate direct sunlight, which can scorch its delicate fronds.
Nephrolepis biserrata
Nephrolepis biserrata, commonly known as the giant sword fern, features large, coarse-textured leaves and can grow up to 3-4 feet outdoors. It thrives in partial sunlight to full shade and is non-toxic to humans and pets. This fern is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii'
Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii' is the smallest of the Boston ferns, growing to about 12 inches in height and width. It features small green-gold button-like leaves and thrives in shade with filtered light. This pet-friendly plant requires consistent moisture and humidity, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor arrangements.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Cotton Candy'
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Cotton Candy' is a tropical indoor fern known for its soft, fluffy light-green leaves. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and thrives in partial shade with indirect sunlight. This fern prefers moist but well-drained soil and moderate indoor temperatures, making it a popular choice for hanging baskets and pedestal displays. Its lush foliage adds a touch of greenery to any indoor space, and it is pet-friendly, making it a safe option for households with animals.
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho' is a large fern with burly, coarse-textured foliage that creates a tropical effect. It grows 3-4 feet tall outdoors and thrives in partial sunlight to full shade, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Hurricane'
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Hurricane' is a unique fern with wavy, spiraled fronds that form a rosette. It is a low-maintenance houseplant that thrives in high humidity and medium to bright light conditions. This fern is pet-safe and suitable for indoor environments, adding a tropical touch to any space.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Fluffy Ruffles'
The 'Fluffy Ruffles' Boston Fern is a variety of the Boston fern characterized by its light, ruffled fronds and compact growth habit. Unlike other ferns, it does not produce spores and is reproduced through rhizomes. This fern prefers extra humidity and shade to partial shade, making it suitable for indoor environments where it can receive consistent moisture and indirect light.
Nephrolepis obliterata
Nephrolepis obliterata is a resilient fern that grows upright and is versatile as a hanging basket or ground plant. It can reach 3 feet tall and thrives in medium light or partial shade, making it a low-maintenance air-purifying plant.
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis'
This plant is known for its elegant, finely-toothed, sword-shaped fronds that twist and curve, making it great for hanging baskets or containers. It also helps clean the air of harmful chemicals and toxins.