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southern sword fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)

Southern sword fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is an evergreen perennial that adds lush greenery to shady, humid spots indoors or out.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light

Watering

Keep consistently moist

Soil

Humus-rich, well-draining soil

Temperature

Average room temperatures

Habitat

Indoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light

Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch fronds

Watering

Keep consistently moist

Water when topsoil is dry; avoid waterlogging

Soil

Humus-rich, well-draining soil

Temperature

Average room temperatures

Prefers 18-24°C; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes

Habitat

Indoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding

Diluted balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during growing season

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Fern

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.3-1.0 m

Spread

0.6-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Fronds

Optimal Sunlight Lux

1500

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Synonyms
Aspidium exaltatum (L.) Sw.
Hypopeltis exaltata (L.) Bory
Nephrodium exaltatum (L.) R.Br.
Polypodium exaltatum L.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classPolypodiopsida
  • orderPolypodiales
  • familyNephrolepidaceae
  • genusNephrolepis
  • speciesNephrolepis exaltata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Non-toxic

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