Davalliaceae - Botanical Family
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Botanical name: Davallia sp.
Common names: Rabbits Foot Fern, Hare's-foot Fern
Family: Davalliaceae
The plant gets its name from the furry rhizomes that grow on top of the soil and resemble a rabbit's foot. The rhizomes often grow over the side of the pot, adding an extra dimension to the plant. Functional as well as decorative, the rhizomes absorb moisture and nutrients as they crawl across the moist soil.
Growing a rabbit's foot fern houseplant in a hanging basket shows off the furry rhizomes to their best advantage. The rhizomes can grow quite long and over time they take on a spider-like appearance. Never bury the rhizomes under the soil however, as this encourages rot. Even with the best of care, you may occasionally lose some of the older fronds. This is normal and not an indication that you have done anything wrong.
Rabbit's foot ferns like bright but indirect sunlight, such as that found near a window with an eastern exposure.
This species has gracefully arching fronds that grow 18 to 20 inches long. They are spaced 2 inches apart on a creeping rhizome. Also, this surface rambling rhizome is covered with pale brown papery scales.
Selected species:
Davallia canariensis - Rabbits Foot Fern, Hare's Foot Fern
Davallia tyermanii (Humata tyermannii) - White Rabbit's Foot Fern, Silver Hare's Foot Fern, Bears Paw Fern
Related Products: Davallia sp. (Rabbits Foot Fern)
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Botanical names: Humata heterophylla, Davallia heterophylla
Common name: Humata
Family: Davalliaceae
Origin: Sumatra
Humata heterophylla is a low growing, creeping, epiphytic fern species, it grows and works well in terrariums, vivariums, and orchidariums, where, providing this fern receives enough moisture, it can rather beautifully cover the base, or the sides and background.
Botanical names: Nephrolepis duffii, Nephrolepis cordifolia Duffii
Common names: Pigmy Swordfern, Little-leaved Swordfern, Fishbone Fern, Lemon Button Fern
Family: Nephrolepidaceae (Formerly:Davalliaceae)
Origin: Pantropical
Small light green rounded leaves on thin stems great textural interest for shade container plantings.
Botanical name: Nephrolepis falcata
Common name: Fishtail Swordfern
Cultivar: 'Furcans'
Family: Nephrolepidaceae (Formerly:Davalliaceae)
Origin: Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia
Hardiness: 35°F
Nephrolepis falcata (Fishtail Sword Fern) is a tropical fern from Southeast Asia and the Pacific islands, valued for its bold, arching fronds and ability to grow in hanging baskets or as a groundcover in shaded gardens. Its fronds are long, leathery, and divided into pinnae with a distinctive sickle-like curve, giving the plant a dramatic, architectural appearance. The fern thrives in high humidity, rich soil, and dappled light, and it is commonly cultivated indoors or in tropical landscapes. It is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11, where it remains evergreen, and should be protected from frost, as temperatures below 35F can cause damage.
'Furcans', commonly called the Fishtail Fern, is a well-known cultivar distinguished by its forked pinnae, where each leaflet splits into two rounded tips resembling a fishtail. This unusual feature gives the plant a lush and textured look, making it especially popular for ornamental containers and hanging baskets.
Botanical name: Nephrolepis sp.
Common name: Sword Fern
Family: Nephrolepidaceae (Formerly:Davalliaceae)
Nephrolepis is a genus of about 30 species of ferns in the family Davalliaceae (included in Lomariopsidaceae in some classifications).
Nephrolepis species are frost tender but are easily grown in mild areas in a position in full shade or partshade with moist humus-rich soil and steady high humidity. They are widely cultivated as indoor plants. In cooler climates, if they are grown in heated indoor situations, ensure they receive plenty of bright filtered light and ample water. They can be propagated by division or from spores.
It is also one of the best over all plants at removing gaseous toxins from the air, including formaldehyde.
Related Products: Nephrolepis sp. (Sword Fern)
A lush, tropical favorite, Sword Fern brings a burst of fresh green foliage with its long, arching fronds that look like nature's feathered swords. Perfect for shady spots, hanging baskets, or as a groundcover, it thrives in humidity and indirect light, but can also take some sun. Easy to grow, fast to fill in, and loved for its classic, jungle-like look, this fern is a great ground cover for Southern landscapes.
In cooler climates, if they are grown in heated indoor situations, ensure they receive plenty of bright filtered light and ample water.
It is also one of the best over all plants at removing gaseous toxins from the air, including formaldehyde.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
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