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Polypodiodes formosana

Also Known As

  • Goniophlebium formosanum
  • Marginaria formosana
  • Polypodium formosanum
  • Polypodium liukiuense
  • Caterpillar Fern
  • Grub Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Polypodiodes formosana plant details

Polypodiodes formosana is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polypodiodes formosana

Plant type: fern
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: epiphyte

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polypodiodes formosana

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Polypodiodes formosana plant

How to Grow Polypodiodes formosana

  • Sun Exposure

    • shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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