Caribbean Tonguefern

Elaphoglossum apodum

Native to:
Cuba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, Southwest Caribbean, United States, Windward Is.

📍 View on iNaturalist →

Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Polypodiaceae
Genus:
Elaphoglossum
Species:
Elaphoglossum apodum
USDA Symbol:
ELAP

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes