Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Ophioglossaceae

Genus:

Botrychium

Species:

Botrychium lineare

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Canada: Alberta, New Brunswick, Quebec

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

often found in open, disturbed areas