Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Aspleniaceae

Genus:

Cystopteris

Species:

Cystopteris bulbifera

USDA Symbol:

CYBU3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

80 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage preferred

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, rocky habitats near streams

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Reproduces primarily via bulblets on frond undersides; spore propagation is rarely used.