Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Hymenophyllaceae

Genus:

Trichomanes

Species:

Trichomanes intricatum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in shaded, humid environments