Christmas Fern (Polystichum Acrostichoides) is a perennial fern in the Dryopteridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Polystichum acrostichoides, commonly known as Christmas fern, is an evergreen perennial fern native to eastern North America.
Christmas Fern
Polystichum Acrostichoides
Polystichum acrostichoides, commonly known as Christmas fern, is an evergreen perennial fern native to eastern North America.
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