Mother Shield Fern (Polystichum Proliferum) is a perennial fern in the Dryopteridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Polystichum proliferum, commonly known as mother shield fern, is an endemic Australian fern characterized by its dense, attractive green fronds with brownish scales on new growth.