Athyrium niponicum
Athyrium niponicum
- Native to:
- China | India | Japan | Korea | Myanmar | Taiwan | Vietnam
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Aspleniaceae
- Genus:
- Athyrium
- Species:
- Athyrium niponicum
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 45 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- provides cover for small invertebrates
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months * pour boiling water over milled sphagnum moss, sow seeds, enclose in plastic bag