Forbes' Dwarf Polypody

Grammitis forbesiana

Forbes' Dwarf Polypody

Barbara Parris

Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Polypodiaceae
Genus:
Grammitis
Species:
Grammitis forbesiana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may
Bloom Colors:
Not Applicable

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded, forested environments