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Pteris hendersonii

Botanical Name
Pteris hendersonii
Common Names
Feather Brake Fern,
Pteris hendersonii is an exotic evergreen perennial fern with a compact, clumping habit. Flowers are insignificant, with foliage being the primary feature. Leaves are typically divided and maintain year-round greenery. Commonly used in shaded garden beds, understorey plantings, and indoor container displays. Suitable for adding texture to low-light areas and mixed plantings. Grows to approx. 0.6m H x 0.6m W.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Pteris hendersonii Feather Brake Fern,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Palms, Ferns & Tropical Clumping

Description:
Pteris hendersonii is an exotic evergreen perennial fern with a compact, clumping habit. Flowers are insignificant, with foliage being the primary feature. Leaves are typically divided and maintain year-round greenery. Commonly used in shaded garden beds, understorey plantings, and indoor container displays. Suitable for adding texture to low-light areas and mixed plantings. Grows to approx. 0.6m H x 0.6m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm <30cm

Position: Soil Type:
Shade Well Drained