Dwarf Sword Fern (Nephrolepis cordifolia)
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Plant Details & Care
Growth Category
Fast
Temperature Range
15–25°C °C
Light Requirement
Indirect, dappled
Agro Ecology
Humid
Watering Frequency
2–3 times per week
2–3 times per week
Region
Grows indoors or shaded outdoors
Behavior
Evergreen, clumping fern with arching, fishbone-like fronds.
Develops small tubers in the soil that store water and nutrients, giving it drought tolerance.
Ideal for hanging baskets, shaded borders, and indoor decoration.
Develops small tubers in the soil that store water and nutrients, giving it drought tolerance.
Ideal for hanging baskets, shaded borders, and indoor decoration.
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Treatment
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PestsScale, mealybugs
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DiseasesLeaf spot, root rot
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Treatment✅ Do:
Place in bright, indirect light indoors or shaded outdoor spots.
Keep soil moist but allow the top layer to dry slightly between watering.
Fertilize lightly with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks in growing season.
Use hanging baskets for a decorative cascading effect.
❌ Don’t:
Don’t expose to harsh midday sun — leaves scorch easily.
Don’t let soil stay soggy for long — tubers can rot.
Don’t keep in very dry air — fronds will crisp and drop.