Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Pteridaceae

Genus:

Hemionitis

Species:

Hemionitis wootonii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

Not Applicable

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and canyons