Dark Bristle Fern
Trichomanes atrovirens
- Native to:
- Australia, Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Maluku, Nansei-shoto, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Norfolk Is., Philippines, Santa Cruz Is., Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Vanuatu
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Hymenophyllaceae
- Genus:
- Trichomanes
- Species:
- Trichomanes atrovirens
- USDA Symbol:
- TRAT4
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Epiphyte
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Light Requirements:
- 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:
- prefers shaded, humid environments