species 26,120 observations

Black Maidenhair Fern

Adiantum capillus-veneris

Field notes

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6 native animals
supported in the US

Range

United States

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

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Part shade Dappled shade Full shade
Moisture: Moist
Water use: Medium High
Soil: Organic
Soil pH: Alkaline
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Heavy shade
Habit: Arching Clumping Creeping
Plant type: Fern Herbaceous perennial

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