The spores will look like rows of brown dots on the back of mature leaves. Here is a little extra information about some of the most popular miscellaneous ferns. There are several varieties of footed ferns, including rabbit, hare and bear. They all derive their names from the furry rhizomes that grow from the base of the plant along the ground or over the sides of the container. Some have a low, sprawling habit while others are upright.
Size can vary greatly.
Thick, broad, glossy, new, undivided leaves emerge from the center of the plant unfurling from amazing fiddleheads. In nature, these plants are epiphytes that grow on the bark of trees in New Zealand. Be sure to give them some room because they can get several feet tall and wide. There are several members of this family, all with incredibly delicate soft green foliage. Maidenhair ferns have thin, wiry stems that are usually black or dark brown.