Purplestem Shoestring Fern

Radiovittaria remota

Native to:
Puerto Rico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Pteridaceae
Genus:
Radiovittaria
Species:
Radiovittaria remota
USDA Symbol:
VIRE4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

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:
commonly found in humid, shaded environments