Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Pteridaceae

Genus:

Haplopteris

Species:

Haplopteris elongata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Guam, Hawaii, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid environments