Adiantum raddianum ( Aemulum Maidenhair Fern )

With black stipes and triangular fronds, this cultivar is best distinguished by its pinnules which are lobed and wedge-shaped. The fronds stand erect and are pale green, darkening with age. ‘Aemulum’ is an incorrect name for this plant. It is […]

Adiantum pedatum ( Asiaticum Maidenhair )

This plant has drooping fronds and lobed pinnules. It grows well in the ground, enjoys a slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil and dislikes pot culture. Plants may be deciduous in cold regions and difficult to grow in a hot climate.

Adiantum cuneatum ( Delta Maidenhair Fern )

This evergreen fern, somtimes referred to Adiantum raddianum, has small, triangular-shaped leaves, gracefully attached to black-stalked fronds which grow to 2 feet tall. Fronds often emerge pale green and darken with age. Best suited to temperatures above 45 degrees Fahrenheit, […]

Adiantum aleuticum ( Northern Maidenhair Fern )

Sometimes referred to as Adiantum pedatum subspecies aleuticum, this deciduous or semi-evergreen fern has kidney-shaped to broad and ovate leaves, gracefully attached to black-stalked fronds which grow to 30 inches tall. Fronds often emerge tinged with pink and darken with […]