Microsorum punctatum 'Grandiceps'

Also Known As

Microsorium punctatum
Microsorium punctatum 'Grandiceps'
Microsorum punctatum
Polypodium grandiceps
Climbing Bird's Nest Fern
Dwarf Elkhorn Fern
Fishtail Fern
Fishtail Strap Fern
Terrestrial Elkhorn Fern

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Microsorum punctatum 'Grandiceps' plant details

Microsorum punctatum 'Grandiceps' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Microsorum punctatum 'Grandiceps'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Microsorum punctatum 'Grandiceps'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Microsorium punctatum 'Grandiceps' also known as the fish tail fern. Is an easy to grow tropical looking fern. It can over winter in zone 6 if mulched. The lime green fronds are held up right around 1 foot and will split or divide at the tips. It can grow in shade to part sun and also does well as an epiphyte. Plants sold are in 3 to 4 inch pots.