Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Hymenophyllaceae

Genus:

Trichomanes

Species:

Trichomanes brevipes

USDA Symbol:

TRBR18

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

15 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:

prefers shaded, humid environments

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Filmy fern reproducing by spores; requires constantly humid conditions and mature gametophytes for successful establishment.