Blechnum gibbum Blegib Syn Oceaniopteris gibba, Blechnum neocaledonicum, Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water
Blechnum gibbum Blegib Syn Oceaniopteris gibba, Blechnum neocaledonicum, Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Blechnum gibbum Syn Oceaniopteris gibba, Blechnum neocaledonicum, Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Palms, Ferns & Tropical Rosette
Description:
A vibrant green, fast growing fern with fronds that arch upwards. A native to Fiji this is one of the most commonly grown Blechnum, particularly as an indoor plant. It can be grown outdoors as long as its protected from harsh wintery conditions and hot sun. Gracefully arching soft fresh green fronds that are 25-35cm long from its trunk and can grow up to 60cm. Syn. Oceaniopteris gibba.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade, Shade Any
Landscape Use(s)
Foliage Feature / Colour, Indoor Plant, Mass Planting, Shady Garden, Container / Pot, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases:Aphids, Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Blechnaceae PacificIslands
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Yes, Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: Low
Note: Plant will be supplied in 12cm pot.