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Adiantum peruvianum

Also Known As

Silver Dollar Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 18"-40"

planting zones

10b-12

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Adiantum peruvianum plant details

Adiantum peruvianum 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 Adiantum peruvianum

Plant type: fern
Plant family: adiantaceae, pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 40 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adiantum peruvianum

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

Maiden Hair Fern-like fern with exponentially larger pinnule ("leaf"/single frond lobe). Tropical- so this means it can actually grow indoors! New growth produces pinkish-colored fronds then fades to green. Black stem. Clumping habit.

By: The Other Side Nursery

Adiantum peruvianum, or Silver Dollar Fern, is a large-leaf, tropical maidenhair fern that displays new fronds that are pink in color. Arching fronds mature to a deep green color. Grows with a clump habit suitable for large pots. 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 your PRINCE OF PARADISE from frost!