Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Schizaeaceae

Genus:

Schizaea

Species:

Schizaea fluminensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in open, sandy areas