Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Polypodiaceae

Genus:

Grammitis

Species:

Grammitis saffordii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Bloom Colors:

Not Applicable

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forest understories, prefers shaded conditions