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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
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| Genus: Nephrolepsis |
Specific Epithet: exalta |
Variety: 'Bostoniensis' |
| Phonetic: nef-ro-lep-is eks-al-tah |
Family: Polypodiaceae |
| Root Meanings: A kidney, scale (membrane over spores)/Very tall/Of Boston |
Origin: Tropics/sub-tropics |
CA
Native: No |
| Common Name(s)
: Boston Fern |
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| Zones: 23, 24, H2, Indoors |
Exposure: Part Shade |
Water: Regular |
| Type: Fern |
Persistence: Evergreen |
| Height: 3 ft |
Spread: 3 ft |
Growth Rate: Medium |
| Blooms: -- |
Flowers: -- |
Seasonal: -- |
Features:
- Classic parlor fern
- Spreading, arching habit
- North American native
- Attractive foliage
- Drought tolerant
- Low flammability
- No blooms
- No fruit
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Considerations:
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Landscape
Use:
- Massing / Groundcover
- Erosion Control
- Naturalizing
- Wetlands Plant
- Shade Garden
- Woodland Garden
- Container / Hanging Basket
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| Master List #: 13-5 |
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