A medium-sized fern with creeping rhizomes and lax fronds. Grows well under medium-high light in moist-dry garden soil with coarse sand. Has distinctive tan zigzag shaped stripes.

A pretty, yet hardy and adaptable fern. Leathery fronds to 30cm. A.hispidulum will cope with poor soils and exposed situations provided it has good drainage. New fronds are bronze to rosy-pink, ageing to green. Very easily grown. Does best in a sheltered position in the ground.

Fast growing tree fern from Papua New Guinea. Height to 4m. Trunk approx. 150mm diam. Easily grown and reasonably hardy in a moist humid position. Prefers filtered or morning sun, will tolerate frost. Protect from wind.