Live Resurrection Fern 4–6 Inch Clump – Pleopeltis polypodioides Native Air Fern

Bring a unique and fascinating native plant to your collection with this live Resurrection Fern (Pleopeltis polypodioides). This listing includes a healthy 4–6 inch clump ready to mount, transplant, or add to a natural garden setting.

Resurrection Fern is famous for its incredible ability to dry out during drought and “come back to life” after rain, turning vibrant green again within hours of moisture returning.

These ferns naturally grow on trees, logs, rocks, and shaded areas, making them perfect for woodland gardens, terrariums, mounted plant displays, or natural landscaping.

Plant Details

• Plant: Resurrection Fern

• Scientific Name: Pleopeltis polypodioides

• Size: Approximately 4–6 inch clump

• Condition: Live plant

• Growth Habit: Epiphytic fern (grows on surfaces, not parasitic)

Why Grow Resurrection Fern

• Unique drought-tolerant fern

• Native to the southeastern United States

• Perfect for mounting on wood or trees

• Excellent for shade gardens and natural landscapes

• Fascinating “resurrection” behavior after rain

Growing Tips

Resurrection Fern is very easy to grow when its natural habitat is mimicked.

• Prefers shade or partial shade

• Can be mounted on bark, driftwood, logs, or trees

• Does well in humid environments

• Water occasionally; plant tolerates drying out

Shipping

• Carefully packed to protect the plant

• Shipped promptly to maintain health

• Plant may temporarily appear dry during shipping but will green up quickly with moisture

Note

• Natural variation in size and shape may occur.

• Ferns may arrive slightly curled or dry, which is normal for this species and part of its natural survival mechanism.