The foxtail fern earns its name with fluffy, bottlebrush plumes on arching stems, each packed with fine, bright green needle-like leaves. It is not a true fern at all but a member of the asparagus family, which makes it tougher and more forgiving than its delicate look suggests.

Give it bright, indirect light indoors and let the top inch of soil dry before watering again. It appreciates decent humidity and steady room temperatures away from cold drafts. The thick, tuberous roots store water, so it bounces back gracefully if you miss a watering.