What is another word for button fern?
Pronunciation: [bˈʌtən fˈɜːn] (IPA) 
Button ferns are attractive, easy to grow plants that thrive in bright, indirect light. Synonyms for button fern include Pteris umbrosa, which is a species of the same family. Another synonym is lace fern, which reflects the intricate patterns on the fern's leaves. Curly philodendron is another name for button fern because of the undulating, wavy fronds. Subtropical fern is also a synonym due to the fern's preferred growing conditions. In addition to these names, button fern is sometimes called worm fern due to its worm-like rhizomes that grow just beneath the soil surface. Regardless of its name, the button fern remains a popular choice as a houseplant or for landscaping.
