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Ferns
(Botanical Names)
See Common Names below

Arachniodes simplicior 'V'
Asparagus densiflorus 'M'
Asparagus densiflorus 'S'
Asplenium bulbiferum
Athyrium 'Ghost'
Cyathea cooperi
Davallia fejeensis 'P'
Dicksonia antarctica
Dryopteris erythrosora
Nephrolepsis cordifolia
Nephrolepsis exalta 'B'
Polystichum polyblepharum
Polystichum setiferum 'W'
Polystichum tsus-simense
Rumohra andiantiformis
Woodwardia fimbriata

Ferns
(Common Names)

Asparagus, Meyers
Asparagus, Sprengeri
Australian Tree
Autumn
Boston
Giant Chain
Ghost
Holly Fern
Japanese Tassel
Korean Rock
Leatherleaf
Mother
Rabbit's Foot
Soft Shield 'W'
Sword, Southern
Tasmanian Tree
Genus: Asparagus Specific Epithet: densiflorus Variety: 'Meyers'
Phonetic: a-spar-ra-gus dens-i-flo-rus Family: Liliaceae
Root Meanings: Densely flowered Origin: South Africa CA
Native: No
Common Name(s) : Meyers Asparagus
Zones: 12-24, H1, H2 Exposure: Part Shade in warm areas

Water: Regular
Type: Perennial Persistence: Evergreen
Height: 2 ft Spread: 3-4 ft Growth Rate: Fast
Blooms: -- Flowers: -- Seasonal: --

Features:

  • Attractive foliage
  • Inconspicuous blooms
  • Attractive fruit
  • Fruit is edible by birds

Considerations:

  • Less hardy than 'Sprengeri'

Landscape Use:

  • Accent
  • Groundcover
  • Container
  • Facer
  • Shade Garden
Master List #: 8-2