species 488 observations
Log Fern
Dryopteris celsa
Field notes
Dryopteris celsa, the log fern, is a perennial fern in the family Dryopteridaceae. It naturally occurs on rotting logs and the rich soil of swamps and wet woodlands. Its native range includes the southeastern United States.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Moisture
- Well drained Moist Wet
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Resists
- Dry soil Heavy shade Wet soil
- Plant type
- Fern Herbaceous perennial
From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.