Pellaea rotundifolia: Button Fern (Roundleaf Fern)

Pellaea rotundifolia, the Button Fern or Roundleaf Fern, is a popular, compact, evergreen fern native to New Zealand. It forms a neat, arching clump of pinnate fronds with numerous small, round, leathery, dark green pinnae (buttons) on wiry, dark stems. The pinnae are slightly dimpled. It has a charming, bead-like texture and a graceful habit.

Plant Profile

Button Fern is adaptable, growing in bright indirect light to shade, in well-drained, humus-rich potting mix. It is more tolerant of dry air than many ferns, making it an excellent houseplant. Water when the surface dries. It is also used in hanging baskets and terrariums. The round "buttons" on dark stems are irresistibly tactile. A classic, easy-care fern for indoors and mild outdoor climates (USDA 9+).