Fishbone fern. Nephrolepis cordifolia
Indigenous to the north coast of NSW and south-eastern Qld
Mainly a problem in older urban areas in adjacent bushland. Invades coastal rainforest, headlands and hind-dune areas.
A problem chiefly on the central coast where its growing out of its natural range. The north coast is also experiencing large infestations.
Form: Fronds erect up to 1m high, grows in dense clumps.
Flower: Does not flower.
Fruit/Seed: Reproduces by tiny brown spores located on underside of the leaf.
Control: Hand-pull ensuring the entire plant is removed.
Chemical controls are available but give mixed results.