Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'

Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho’

Giant Sword Fern, Macho Fern

Related to the more common Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) but bigger in every sense. The Giant Sword Fern is a large, clumping fern with long (up to 1m) bright green fronds which hang down gracefully.

This plant provides a lush and tranquil splash of foliage to any indoor situation, but be sure to give it plenty of room so that it can be appreciated in all of its glory.

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Origin: The Americas
Genus: Nephrolepis
Species / Cultivar: biserrata 'Macho'
Common Name: Giant Sword Fern, Macho Fern

Plant Biography

Grows best in indirect light and is quite tolerant of shady positions. The creeping rhizomes will quickly fill the pot and provide a dense crown of arching fronds.

Thrives in the humid environment of a bathroom or kitchen, but can be kept in the living room or office if you mist regularly to increase humidity.

 

Nephrolepis biserrata 'Macho'
Light: Medium
This plant likes a spot further away from bright windows, but still lit by natural light.
Soil: Indoor Potting Mix
Enjoys moist well drained soil with composted organics and some drainage material.
Growth Rate: Medium
Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.
Water Requirement: Keep Topped Up
Keep the soil moist at all times, while avoiding roots to sit in a pool of water.
Humidity: High
Provide moist air via daily misting or trays of wet grit. Keep away from drafts and heaters.
Maintenance: Low
Requires no attention beyond correct position and watering. An ideal starter plant!
Eventual Height: 1m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 1.8m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

You’ll need a large space to appreciate this fern in all of its glory. Best displayed in a hanging basket, or on top of a pedestal so that the crown can hang down without impediment.

If the Giant Sword Fern gets too large, the rootball can be divided into smaller plants.

Feed regularly with a fern fertiliser from April to September.

Expert Tip

Add some orchid bark or coco coir to the potting mix for extra moisture retention.

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