Scientific name:
Nephrolepis exaltata
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German name:
Schwertfarn
Filipino name:
Boston Fern
Family:
Nephrolepidaceae
Native range:
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific.
Description:
Boston Fern is an evergreen fern with long, arching fronds composed of numerous small leaflets. It forms dense clumps and is one of the most widely cultivated ornamental ferns in the world. In tropical climates it grows well outdoors in shaded locations, while in cooler regions it is commonly kept as a houseplant or hanging basket specimen.
Water:
High. Prefers consistently moist soil and high humidity. Do not allow the root ball to dry out completely.
Sunlight:
Bright indirect light to partial shade. Avoid strong midday sun.
Propagation:
Division of mature plants, runners, and spores. Division is the easiest and most reliable method.
Edibility:
Not considered edible.
Usage:
– Ornamental plant
Plant diary:
2026-06: Ordered two plants at the shop INFINITY TRADING PH for 99 PHP each.
2026-06-09: Height 25 cm. Planted in a 6 liter Timba. Both plants are in one timba. Currently outside on the bamboo shelf.
2026-06-09: I’m planning to hang this fern in the kitchen beside the computer desk.