Bradley's Spleenwort

Asplenium bradleyi

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Aspleniaceae
Genus:
Asplenium
Species:
Asplenium bradleyi
USDA Symbol:
ASBR2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
25 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, acidic soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
often found in crevices of sandstone cliffs

Propagation & Germination

Pre-treatment: Cold-moist stratification for 30 days at 1–5°C (34–41°F).

Source: Claude AI