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Adiantum capillus-veneris (Southern maidenhair fern)

Adiantum capillus-veneris Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of San Marcos Growers


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Adiantum capillus-veneris Common Name: Southern maidenhair fern Synonyms: Adiantum capillus, Adiantum michelii, Adiantum modestum, Adiantum schaffneri Genus: Adiantum

The southern maidenhair fern has fluffy, airy, and elegant foliage, which works equally well in containers or in open ground. It's a perfect plant for providing light, airy texture to shady beds.


 Care: Plant in moist, alkaline soil.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Uses , Shade, Ground Covers
Type ,Perennials,Fern

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