Maidenhair fern, Makaka is cold hardy but can be semi deciduous in colder districts. Requires light shade and moisture to show its best. Spreads out as underground rhizome to form a large clump. Grows well in a pot indoors. For outdoor planting this fern is not too particular about soil type but for indoors prefers a light, peaty soil. New Zealand native fern. Frond length 20-30cm. Frost hardy.