Brownhair Lacefern

Ctenitis submarginalis

Native to:
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, United States, Uruguay

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Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Polypodiaceae
Genus:
Ctenitis
Species:
Ctenitis submarginalis
USDA Symbol:
CTSU2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
90 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 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded forest environments