Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Hymenophyllaceae

Genus:

Hymenophyllum

Species:

Hymenophyllum polyanthos

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Native Range

United States: Guam, Puerto Rico, Palau, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

thrives in shaded, humid environments