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Giant sword fern

Nephrolepis biserrata, Nephrolepidaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cohune PalmAttalea cohune
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
KhirniManilkara hexandra
Beneficial Insect HabitatNurse Plant
Yellow Monkey PotPerebea xanthochyma
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Peruvian window leafMonstera obliqua

Ferns can produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit seed germination and growth of climbing plants

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlHumidity RegulationAir Purification

Edible Parts

Young Fronds

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Giant sword fern grow in?

Giant sword fern grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Giant sword fern?

Good companions for Giant sword fern include Cohune Palm, Khirni, Yellow Monkey Pot.

Design guilds with Giant sword fern and see companion relationships visually.

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