Adiantum fragile var. rigidulum

Adiantum fragile var. rigidulum

Native to:
Leeward Is. | Puerto Rico

Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Pteridaceae
Genus:
Adiantum
Species:
Adiantum fragile var. rigidulum

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★☆☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch

Propagation & Germination

Notes:
Ferns reproduce via spores, not seeds. Spores require consistent moisture and high humidity for successful germination and gametophyte development.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch