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Doryopteris nobilis

Also Known As

  • Doryopteris arifolia
  • Doryopteris huberi
  • Hemionitis nobilis
  • Litobrochia nobilis
  • Pteris elegans

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 6"-20"
  • W: 6"-20"

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Doryopteris nobilis plant details

Doryopteris nobilis is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Doryopteris nobilis

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 20 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Doryopteris nobilis

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Doryopteris nobilis, commonly known as Arrowhead Fern, is a clump-forming evergreen fern displaying irregularly shaped, glossy green fronds. Leaf shape varies from deeply loped to nearly solid. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil which is moist but not waterlogged. Prefers bright, filtered sunlight and is excellent as a houseplant or in a seasonal container. Protect from cold temperatures!

Gardening facts about Doryopteris nobilis plant

How to Grow Doryopteris nobilis

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Doryopteris cordata, Antenna Fern

Plant Type

Fern

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 3"

Width: 6"

  • dappled shade - shade
  • even moisture
Photo of Doryopteris pilosa var. gemmifera foliage by Little Prince of Oregon
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aka Digit Fern

Plant Type

Fern

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 12"

Width: 18"

  • mostly shade - shade
  • even moisture
Photo of Doryopteris pedata foliage by Little Prince of Oregon
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