This fern is very similar to ‘Gracillimum’ with the distinguishing feature being the well-spaced odd-sized sized pinnules. It’s a pretty plant with an airy look to it and hangs well in a basket.
Adiantum raddianum ( Mathewsii Maidenhair Fern )
An attractive fern with a delicate look about it, this cultivar has small, fine pinnules spread over long, arching triangular fronds. Good for hanging in baskets. New growth is pink.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Legrandii )
A smaller fern with a congested look to it, this cultivar has erect fronds that are usually about 10 inches long. New growth will appear pale pink in color.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Cultivar G )
This fern has fronds that feature some clustering of pinnules at their ends. The pinnules are either thin and wedge-like or wide and bell-shaped.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Cultivar E )
This fern has little, wide fronds and wide, wavy pinnules giving it a thick look. It is only 5 inches high. The pinnules are fan-shaped. Similar to ‘Pacottii’.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Cultivar C )
This small fern has pinnules that look oversized. They are irregular but are often teardrop shaped and include occasional lime-green flecking.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Cultivar A )
Erect triangular to oval stipes with small pinnules that are sometimes lobed, this small fern is quite hardy but still prefers glasshouse conditions. Similar to ‘Pacottii’.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Compactum )
This leafy cultivar, Also known as ‘Pacific Maid’ or ‘Double Maidenhair’, is a popular choice because of the large pinnules crowding the erect fronds. The pinnules are fan-shaped.
Adiantum raddianum ( Maidenhair Fern Bausei )
‘Bausei’, often called cultivar B’, is a tall erect fern with nicely spaced pinnules that are irregular. Sometimes seen with a white fleck due to a lack of chlorophyll.
Adiantum raddianum ( Longton’s Pride Maidenhair Fern )
The fronds on this fern are noticeably crested, and the pinnules appear a little crowded amid the cresting. New growth is pale pink. It is an attractive cultivar but not commonly found. From Queensland, Australia.
