Species Name: Nephrolepis obliterata

Common name(s): Emerald Queen, Australian Sword Fern, Kimberley Queen 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Bright green upright fronds that can reach 3ft in length
• Compact species with dense foliage
• Clean Air plant that is able to filter formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air.

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: Above 65°

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)  Moderate (30-70%)  Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency:  Regular watering required. Do not allow the soil to dry out between waterings. 

Lighting:     Full Shade    Partial Shade     Full Sun 

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered here

Growth rate: Moderate - Fast 

Height: 24-36”

Origin: Northern Australia 

Regional locality: Grows along coastlines in moist soils 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Tolerant to low humidity environments but will benefit from an occasional misting. Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Not recommended for smaller terrariums due to its larger size. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 4" pot.