Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Pteridaceae

Genus:

Cryptogramma

Species:

Cryptogramma acrostichoides

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers rocky crevices and slopes

Germination Information