Ferns are stealing the show on social media, and for good reason! Check out 16 Unbelievably Big Ferns Shared on Instagram.
We love ferns and this is why we have collected our favorite big fern ideas shared by plant lovers on Instagram that look straight out of a jungle. These ferns will inspire you with their giant size and lush green fronds. Let’s take a look at these below without reading anything else!
16 Unbelievably Big Ferns Shared On Instagram
1. Giant Staghorn Fern
Botanical Name: Platycerium grande
Have a look at this magnificent Giant Staghorn shared by Plachang on Instagram. Surprisingly, it was so huge that she couldn’t get a good enough distance on her balcony to capture a complete picture of it in the frame!
2. Not So Usual Boston Fern
Botanical Name: Nephrolepis exaltata
Green Velvet Houseplants shared this impressive Boston fern, claiming she had probably never seen a bigger one than this one. Interestingly, it was over 25 years old!
3. Elkhorn Fern
Botanical Name: Platycerium bifurcatum
As the picture shows, this big 1.5-meter-wide Platycerium bifurcatum was proudly shared by the user YUPE Studio Of Various Plants on Instagram. When grown in a humid atmosphere, it is easy-to-grow and low-maintenance in nature.
4. Silver Tree Fern
Botanical Name: Cyathea dealbata
A beautiful giant! All thanks to Michael Lechner, who shared this picture, highlighting its distinct silver-white coloration on the underside of its leaves.
Fun Fact: The most interesting fact is that people often used its silvery leaves to mark tracks while walking at night in New Zealand.
5. Staghorn Fern ‘Elsa’
Botanical Name: Platycerium ‘Elsa’
Doesn’t it look like deer antlers? Don’t be confused! Vincent C mounted this unique Staghorn fern variety and proudly showed it on Instagram. A true fan of the Platycerium fern family plants, he often shares such images!
6. Long John Pendulant Fern
Botanical Name: Nephrolepis pendula
Vriksha Nursery posted this spectacular hanging fern on their Instagram handle. A funny observation: isn’t it looking like a new hairdo for the gardener standing behind it?
7. Fishbone Fern
Botanical Name: Nephrolepis cordifolia
Do you think any other wall décor can work better than this? Well, this Fishbone fern has so many admirers for its long, drooping evergreen fronds with a hint of ruffled texture.
8. Australian Tree Fern
Botanical Name: Cyathea cooperi
The saying “small packet, big bang” perfectly fits this one! Plus, Mulhalls Garden Plus Home beautifully described everything about this gorgeous Cyathea cooperi Fern on their Instagram post. Many rushed to check it out!
9. Rabbit Foot Fern
Botanical Name: Davallia fejeensis
Do you love super large specimens? So did Emmaline! We found out when she shared a post featuring this massive Rabbit Foot Fern from Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA.
10. Ostrich Fern
Botanical Name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
A true green fountain! The fresh, delicate fronds of this fern are mesmerizing.
11. Maidenhair Fern
Botanical Name: Adiantum capillus-veneris
This one is known to be tricky, but this grower successfully kept it thriving with some clever tricks. You might want to check out their post for some helpful tips!
Fun Fact: Did you know? Maidenhair Fern has a wide range of applications in herbal medicine and used in multi-herbal formulations.
12. Mamaku or Black Tree Fern
Botanical Name: Cyathea medullaris
This one looks like huge black carrots! Tom Simpson once shared how walking past these towering ferns made him feel like he was walking among giants.
13. Large Staghorn Fern
Botanical Name: Platycerium wandae
Edward Fulcher framed this 8-foot-tall majestic Platycerium wandae and shared it on Instagram. This rare fern is worth mentioning because it is probably the largest Staghorn fern out there!
14. Bird’s Nest Fern
Botanical Name: Asplenium nidus
Here’s a magnificent Bird’s Nest Fern specimen growing in a pot that’s just as impressive. It was shared by Bloomindoors, who also shared just how big it looks next to a person; check it out here.
15. Delta Maidenhair Fern
Botanical Name: Adiantum raddianum
This big foliage fern shared on Instagram by Plant Cetera shows exactly why you should let a maidenhair fern grow in peace without interrupting it!
16. Boston Fern ‘Massii’
Botanical Name: Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Massii’
We know you’d be envious of Joy Raskin and her 3-foot-tall Boston fern, but why not try growing your own? We’ve got you covered!
So, which one of these stunning ferns are you looking forward to adding to your collection next? Let us know in the comments below!
