Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Aspleniaceae

Genus:

Blechnum

Species:

Blechnum auriculatum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

provides cover for small animals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Notes:

Ferns reproduce via spores rather than seeds; spores require consistent moisture and humid conditions for successful germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI