Species Name: Nephrolepis exaltata

Common name(s): Boston Fern, Fluffy Ruffles Fern 

Defining Characteristics: 

• A variety of Boston Fern that has a nice 'fluffy' texture
• Does extremely well in hanging baskets
• Clean Air plant that is able to filter formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air.
• This plant is a sterile cultivar that will not produce spores

Recommended Pot Size: Small - Medium

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: Above 65°F

Humidity: Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency: Regular watering is required. Do not allow the soil to dry out between waterings. 

Lighting:  Full Shade -  Partial Shade 

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here

Growth rate: Moderate 

Height: Up to 12”

Origin: Central America and lower United States  

Regional locality: Humid swamps and forests with moist soil 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-12

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Like most ferns, regular misting of the fronds is beneficial for growth. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.