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Plant Name:
Boston Fern
Latin Name:
Nephrolepsis exalta
Plant Type:
Fern
Edible Part:
Leaves
About
The Boston Fern is safe to feed, though you must be sure it is the correct fern as many look alike. If purchased from a store, be sure it is free of pesticides and allow for new growth prior to feeding.