Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Hymenophyllaceae

Genus:

Trichomanes

Species:

Trichomanes lineolatum

USDA Symbol:

TRLI

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:

moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid environments typical of tropical forests

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Filmy fern reproduces via spores requiring constantly humid, sheltered conditions; gametophyte stage requires film of water.