Fishbone Fern


Photo: Anthony Kachenko		Fishbone Fern Nephrolepis cordifolia Climbing and Ground Cover Plants Queensland Wet Tropics Region

	Generally regarded as an Australian native, this fern has become invasive outside its original range. Extremely tough fern spreading rapidly by underground rhizomes with erect slightly arched fishbone shaped fronds to 75cm. Tolerates dry conditions but prefers a warm position with moist soil.

HOW IT SPREADS Spores can be carried by either wind or water. Dumping of garden waste is a common method of spreading this plant. It only takes a small piece of this plant to regenerate, so ensure complete and effective disposal.





Other superior selections include; Asplenium australasicum - Bird's Nest Fern Rumohra adiantiformis - Leather Fern Ask your local retailer for more superior selections

Alternative Plants


Photo: Norwood		Gristle Fern Blechnum cartilagineum Climbing and Ground Cover Plants

	Extremely hardy native fern tolerant of both frost and drought conditions. It prefers some protection from the full sun, foliage is mid green but new fronds are pink, providing an attractive contrast.

Photo: Barry Naylor		Rasp Fern Doodia aspera Climbing and Ground Cover Plants

	Fantastic native fern with attractive foliage, new fronds being bright pinkish red. Forms a great groundcover but prefers some protection from full sun. It is surprisingly drought tolerant and generally quite hardy.

Photo: Macbird Floraprint		Rough Maidenhair Fern Adiantum hispidulum Climbing and Ground Cover Plants

	Glossy green fan shaped fronds emerge from dark brown stems to 30cm high forming a tuft. New foliage is pink. This fern prefers a moist situation and protection from full sun for best results.