Sword fern, Boston Fern
Scientific Name: Nephrolepis exaltata (L.) Schott
Family: Polypodiaceae

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Frost Protection: Tender, in Phoenix, use only in protected areas of the garden.

Sun Exposure: Shade

Origin: Tropical Americas

Growth Habits: Evergreen fern, up to 5 feet tall (1.5 m)

Watering Needs: Moderate water, water when surface feels dry

Propagation: Spores, tissue culture, division