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Nephrolepis acuminata crestata, N. acuminata petticoat
Crested Sword Fern, Petticoat Fern
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Ferns
Medium care
Very similar to the regular sword fern but with crested, frilled leaf tips. These divided ends make the fronds heavier and cause them to bend downwards, creating a cascading petticoat effect. Rare and highly ornamental. Also recognized as a NASA air-purifying plant.
Care guide
- Semi Shade, Shade Growing
- Normal (can tolerate more)
- • Prefers moderate humidity for lush growth.
- • Grows in semi-shade or full shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
- • Use a porous compost mix with good drainage.
- • Water regularly during the active season (March–September).
- • Very hardy indoors; ideal for pots, stands, or hanging forms.
- • Remove dry or old fronds to keep the plant neat.
• Prefers moderate humidity for lush growth.
• Grows in semi-shade or full shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
• Use a porous compost mix with good drainage.
• Water regularly during the active season (March–September).
• Very hardy indoors; ideal for pots, stands, or hanging forms.
• Remove dry or old fronds to keep the plant neat.
• Grows in semi-shade or full shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight.
• Use a porous compost mix with good drainage.
• Water regularly during the active season (March–September).
• Very hardy indoors; ideal for pots, stands, or hanging forms.
• Remove dry or old fronds to keep the plant neat.
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