Leatherleaf Fern, Leather Fern
Botanical Name
Rumohra adiantiformis (Polypodiaceae Family)
Description
12 to 24 inches long and 5 to 8 inches wide. Tufted, pinnate fronds are shiny and dark green. Stem is strong and flexible; brown at the base. Leaves are leathery and display distinct veins.
Seasonal Availability
Year-round
Vase Life
12 to 14 days
Purchasing Hints
Foliage should be free of yellow tips and stems cut at an angle in a neat fashion.
Care and Handling
Remove bundle ties and slant-cut 1 inch from stems base. Place stems in 2 to 3 inches of tepid water. Do not add floral preservatives to water. Mist foliage and store in a cooler at 36 degrees F.
Design Tips
Excellent base for most arrangements. Slant-cut smaller pieces off of frond for all size needs. Slant-cut stem for easy insertion into floral foam.
