Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Aspleniaceae

Genus:

Stenochlaena

Species:

Stenochlaena tenuifolia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Florida

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid forest environments