Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Pteridaceae

Genus:

Cryptogramma

Species:

Cryptogramma acrostichoides

USDA Symbol:

CRAC3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Fern reproduces via spores; requires moist, shaded conditions for gametophyte development.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI