Which fern varieties are suitable for growing indoors?
Ferns, also called "yangchi plants" (fern plants), are spore plants at the highest level of evolution. There are about 11,500 species of modern ferns, widely distributed around the world. In recent years, ornamental ferns have continued to rise in popularity; their leaves are verdant and their forms graceful, and so they have won the affection of many plant lovers. So which ferns are suitable for growing indoors? Let's find out together.
1. Sword fern (Nephrolepis cordifolia)
The sword fern has silvery-white fuzz; after the fronds unfurl, the fuzz disappears, and the mature leaves are leathery and smooth. The sword fern can also absorb heavy metals such as arsenic and lead, and is an ornamental fern widely grown around the world. Potted plants can accent a desk, balcony, coffee table and more.
2. Bird's nest fern (Asplenium nidus)
The bird's nest fern, also called shansu hua, is a shade-loving foliage plant; as it unfurls it forms a bird's nest shape, with excellent ornamental value. Moreover, the bird's nest fern also has an air-purifying effect; its young fronds are also edible and can be used as medicine, with effects of strengthening the bones and muscles and promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis.
3. Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
The Boston fern is considered one of the most effective indoor plants for removing air pollutants; it can absorb formaldehyde and particulates and other impurities. Keeping a pot at home can create a fresh environment.
4. Button fern (Pellaea rotundifolia)
The button fern is native to New Zealand; the plant is short and drought-tolerant, with smooth, verdant leaves, and is suitable for small potted decoration in northern homes. The button fern is likewise a very popular garden plant.
5. Dutch holly fern
The Dutch holly fern is extremely fresh and elegant, with fronds that give off a premium textured gray-green color; they need no pairing with any other cut flowers, and simply placing a few stems in a vase can give a room a simple, refined feel, making it a much-loved "internet-famous plant" of the past two years.
6. Staghorn fern (Platycerium)
The staghorn fern, sometimes also called the elk fern, has high ornamental value because its shape closely resembles deer antlers. It can also absorb harmful gases and purify the air. In addition, the staghorn fern can also be made into a hanging pot, which is relatively common in Europe and America.
7. Maidenhair fern (Adiantum)
The maidenhair fern gets its name because its leaf stalks are black, glossy and shiny. Its leaves are small and dense, layered over one another, elegant and full of variety; the dainty maidenhair fern is generally suitable as an indoor potted plant or for viewing in a rock-and-mountain bonsai pot. Placed on a desk, coffee table, or in a living room or entryway, it is highly ornamental.
Overall, there are still many ferns suitable for indoor care, but note that potted ferns should be placed in a cool spot for care, and while keeping them moist, do not let water accumulate in the pot, so as to avoid root and stem rot.
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