Tuberous sword fern
Nephrolepis cordifolia · Sword ferns · Sword fern family
Also known as: Fishbone Fern · Erect Sword Fern · Narrow Sword Fern
Easy30–60cmPet-friendly
Tuberous sword fern care at a glance
Tuberous sword fern (Nephrolepis cordifolia) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 16–21 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 16–21 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Tuberous sword fern
Possible pests on Tuberous sword fern include Florida fern caterpillar, Scale insects, Mealybugs and Slugs and snails. A possible disease is Root rot. Tuberous sword fern is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Florida fern caterpillar Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Mealybugs Low
- Slugs and snails Low
Disease
- Root rot Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Tuberous sword fern
- Which pests affect Tuberous sword fern?
- Possible pests on Tuberous sword fern include Florida fern caterpillar, Scale insects, Mealybugs and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Tuberous sword fern?
- A possible disease is Root rot.
- Is Tuberous sword fern toxic to cats and dogs?
- Tuberous sword fern is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Tuberous sword fern need?
- Tuberous sword fern has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Tuberous sword fern need?
- Tuberous sword fern prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Tuberous sword fern frost-hardy?
- Tuberous sword fern is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.