Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Polypodiaceae

Genus:

Polypodium

Species:

Polypodium scouleri

USDA Symbol:

POSC4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

40 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on coastal cliffs and rocky outcrops