Polystichum adiantiforme is a fern in the Dryopteridaceae family and a member of the Polystichum genus, a largely terrestrial group. Species in this genus are often found on rocky ground, stream banks and disturbed slopes and commonly form a crown of fronds from a stout, slowly creeping rootstock. Garden use follows those natural preferences: place where the plant can occupy rock crevices, banks or shaded areas that mimic montane or warm‑temperate habitats. Expect a vase-like ring of fronds to arise from the crown as the season progresses.

Polystichum adiantiforme is a fern of the Polystichum genus typically associated with rocky, stream-side and montane habitats.

Polystichum is a genus of ferns in the family Dryopteridaceae, subfamily Dryopteridoideae, according to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group classification of 2016. The genus has about 500 species and has a cosmopolitan distribution.

Polystichum adiantiforme

Polystichum discretum is a fern native to New Zealand, valued for planting in shaded, sheltered sites. Fresh frond growth is evident in spring and continues through summer. It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil and suits both full shade and partial shade exposures. Position it where wind and harsh exposure are limited so fronds can open unbroken.

Polystichum discretum is a New Zealand fern for shade or partial shade, preferring moist, well‑drained soil in sheltered spots.

Polystichum discretum

Polystichum set. 'Herrenhausen' is a cultivar of the fern genus Polystichum (family Dryopteridaceae). It follows the genus habit of producing a crown of fronds from a stout, slowly creeping rootstock. Polystichum species occur across the globe, with the greatest species richness in eastern Asia. Many members of the genus are terrestrial or grow on rock faces and are frequently recorded on stream banks, talus slopes and road cuts.

Polystichum set. 'Herrenhausen' is a Polystichum cultivar that forms a crown of fronds and suits planting on soil or rock in locations such as stream.

Polystichum set. 'Herrenhausen'

Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem' is a cultivated form of the soft shield fern, notable for its soft-textured, arching fronds with softly bristled pinnule tips. Fronds typically measure 30–120 cm long and remain fresh-looking through the season, the plant being evergreen or semi-evergreen. Stipes and many midribs carry cinnamon-brown scales that are visible close to the crown.

Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem' is a soft shield fern with 30–120 cm arching fronds and cinnamon-brown scaly stipes, suited to shaded, moist sites.