Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Hymenophyllaceae

Genus:

Hymenophyllum

Species:

Hymenophyllum obtusum

USDA Symbol:

HYOB

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, rich, well-drained forest soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid environments

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Spores require consistently moist, shaded substrate with high humidity for germination.