Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Marattiaceae

Genus:

Ptisana

Species:

Ptisana mertensiana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

green

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, forested environments