Pyramid Maidenhair
Adiantum pyramidale
- Native to:
- Cuba, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, United States, Virgin Islands, Windward Is.
iNaturalist: © cjpasiche (iNaturalist #249225965)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Pteridaceae
- Genus:
- Adiantum
- Species:
- Adiantum pyramidale
- USDA Symbol:
- ADPY
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
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:
- prefers shaded areas with high humidity
Propagation & Germination
- Notes:
- Ferns reproduce via spores, not seeds. Spore germination requires high humidity and takes several weeks to months under controlled conditions.