Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Dennstaedtiaceae

Genus:

Microlepia

Species:

Microlepia speluncae

USDA Symbol:

MISP2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

120 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:

★★★☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

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 environments

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Spores require moist, shaded conditions for germination; no conventional seed stratification.