species 24,845 observations

Fishbone Fern

Nephrolepis cordifolia

Field notes

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Full sun Part shade Dappled shade
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay Organic
Soil pH: Acid Neutral
Drought tolerant: Yes
Resists: Wind
Habit: Arching Clumping Erect
Plant type: Fern Herbaceous perennial

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.