Vegetable Fern

Diplazium esculentum

Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Aspleniaceae
Genus:
Diplazium
Species:
Diplazium esculentum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
4-6 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
green

Native Range

United States: Florida, Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
thrives in wet, shaded areas