species 9,221 observations

Broad Beech Fern

Phegopteris hexagonoptera

Field notes

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Dappled shade Full shade
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Organic
Soil pH: Acid
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Heat Heavy shade Rabbits Wet soil
Habit: Arching Erect
Plant type: Fern Herbaceous perennial

From NC State Extension, USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.