Green Flame Fern

Green Flame Fern features stunning ruffled fronds with vibrant lime-green new growth that resembles dancing flames, creating a dynamic tropical display. This humidity-loving beauty thrives in bathrooms and kitchens where other plants struggle, purifying your air while adding lush elegance. Perfect for pet owners who want dramatic greenery that's safe for furry friends.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Nephrolepis exaltata 'Green Flame'
Common Names: Green Flame Fern, Flame Sword Fern
Plant Family: Nephrolepidaceae
Growing Zones: 9-11 (outdoors), thrives as an indoor plant in all zones
Origin: Cultivar of Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
Growth Habit: Arching fronds, reaches 12-18 inches tall and wide

Care Instructions

💧 Water: Keep soil consistently moist (every 3-5 days, never let dry out)
☀️ Light: Medium to bright indirect light
🌡️ Temperature: 60-75°F
🌱 Fertilizer: Feed every 4-6 weeks during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer
💨 Humidity: High humidity preferred (50-80%) - thrives in bathrooms and kitchens
✂️ Propagation: Division of rhizomes or runners
🐾 Pet Safety: Pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs

Perfect for: Bathrooms (loves shower humidity!), kitchens, bright bedrooms, or any humid space that needs lush tropical greenery. This pet-safe plant is ideal for homes with cats and dogs where you want dramatic foliage without worry.

Growing Tips

Green Flame Fern is a stunning cultivar of the classic Boston Fern with unique ruffled fronds and vibrant lime-green new growth. It's an excellent air-purifying plant that removes formaldehyde and xylene from indoor air. Place in bathrooms or kitchens where natural humidity keeps fronds lush and vibrant. Mist regularly if grown in drier rooms, or use a pebble tray to increase humidity. Brown leaf tips indicate low humidity or inconsistent watering. This fern loves consistent moisture but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

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