Nephrolepis pectinata

Nephrolepis pectinata

Native to:
Bolivia, Brazil, Central American Pacific Is., Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Galápagos, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Panamá, Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Polypodiaceae
Genus:
Nephrolepis
Species:
Nephrolepis pectinata
USDA Symbol:
NEPE5

Growth Characteristics

Height:
60 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:
thrives in humid, shaded environments