Sword Fern Plant
Sword Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is a fern growing 1-3 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, rich soil, requiring indirect light and high moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Fern
Height
1-1.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
High
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular, misting
Plant Weight
100-200 g
Flowering Time
Spring, Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, indoor
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental, air purifier
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids, Mealybugs, Spider Mites
Brown or black spots on leaves, Wilting, yellowing leaves Yellowing, distorted leaves White cottony masses on leaves Tiny webs, speckled leaves
Prune affected leaves, neem oil spray Improve drainage, reduce watering Insecticidal soap, neem oil Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Miticides containing abamectin