Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Dennstaedtiaceae

Genus:

Hypolepis

Species:

Hypolepis hawaiiensis

USDA Symbol:

HYHA71

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to humid, forested areas