SPECIMEN NO. #41
🟢 PET SAFE
Family: Nephrolepidaceae
Nephrolepis exaltata
Common Name: Boston Fern
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is a houseplant in the Nephrolepidaceae family, native to Algeria. It is a medium to bright-light species that thrives between 1000 and 3500 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 4 days, temperatures of 15–28°C, and about 75% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Boston Swordfern.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats?
NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:
Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement
1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
3500 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 4 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
75% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2650927
Native Biogeographical Range
Algeria; Armenia | Montería | Yopal | Manizales | Pasto; Caribbean; Galápagos Is...