Mazhar Botanic Garden

Nephrolepis biserrata (Sw.) Schott

Giant Swordfern. Broad sword fern

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000433
Common name: Giant Swordfern. Broad sword fern
English name: Giant Swordfern. Large sword fern
Native: Florida , Mexico
Country: Florida Mexico
(PGR): Common

Tropical perennial fern fronds bright green, arching, grows 15-25 m tall, leaflets lance-shaped, margins toothed

Ornamental fern. landscaping. Air purification. Traditional medicine. Hanging baskets. Indoor humidity.

Nephrolepis acuminata (Willd) C Presl

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Texture: Acid granite Enriched soil Heavy clay Mildly acidic soils
Fertility: Low
Drainage: Well drained
Salinity: None
Water Sources: Drought-tolerant plant
Climates: Subtropics Tropical
Lights: Light shade
Propagation: Division
Flowering time: ------------------
Zone: 9 : 12
pH range: 5.5-6.5

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