Species Name: Nephrolepis exaltata

Common name(s): Boston Fern, Sword Fer, Fishbone fern 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Dark green fronds
• Mutation of the Florida Sword fern discovered in the 1800s
• Does extremely well in hanging baskets
• Clean Air plant that is able to filter formaldehyde, xylene and toluene from the air.

Recommended Pot Size: Large

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°

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)  Moderate (30-70%)  Humid (70-100%) 

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

Lighting:     Full Shade    Partial Shade     Full Sun 

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: 24-36”

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. Not recommended for smaller terrariums due to their larger size. 

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.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.