This evergreen fern has light green fronds that arch downward, almost horizontally. Fronds often emerge pale green and darken with age. Best suited to temperatures above 45 degrees Fahrenheit, thus often used as a houseplant. It is very important that […]

A large, attractive cultivar that is quite variable in appearance. Typically with large triangular, dark green fronds and lobed pinnules. Spreads quickly. Also known as ‘Frog’s Foot’ or ‘Lawsonianum’.

This cultivar favors moist conditions and has an almost yellow tinge to it. It is an attractive medium-sized plant. Originated in London.

With black stipes and triangular fronds, this cultivar is best distinguished by its pinnules which are lobed and wedge-shaped. The fronds stand erect. Earliest known appearance last century in England. Often confused with ‘Triumph.’

Delicate in appearance, this cultivar’s most distinguishing feature are its pinnules. They are deeply cut and are small. The fronds are narrow triangular shapes. Often mistaken for ‘Elegans’.

This large fern features erect fronds and deeply lobed pinnules. The difference between it and the species is that the variety majus has a narrower frond and the lobing of the pinnules is deeper. Native to South America.

A very symmetrical cultivar with nicely lobed pinnules, this plant. The fronds are quite large. While being native to tropical areas, does not like extremely hot conditions. Native to Peru.

With characteristic triangular fronds that are crested at their tips, this fern, with shiny black stipes, is hardy when cultivated. It doesn’t enjoy cold climates.

The stipes on this plant are dark and erect, leading to fronds which get progressively thicker as they crest. Pinnules are deeply lobed. Rarely stands more than 12 inches high. This cultivar reproduces true to its type.

Slightly less hardy than the species, this fern is a large weeping plant whose crested fronds can be 25 inches in length. The stipes are usually dark and erect. Of unknown origin, it is rare in cultivation.