Dryopteris marginalisMarginal shield fern
科:鳞毛蕨科
Family:Dryopteridaceae
属:鳞毛蕨属
common name:Marginal shield fern
introduce:Plant Type: Fern
Family: Dryopteridaceae
Missouri Native: Yes
Native Range: Eastern North America
Height: 1.5 to 2 feet
Spread: 1.5 to 2 feet
Bloom Time: Non-flowering
Bloom Color: Non-flowering
Sun: Part shade to full shade
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Low
General Culture:
Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, rich, humusy, acidic soils with protection from wind.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Marginal shield fern is an evergreen, Missouri native fern which typically forms a non-spreading, vase-shaped clump to 1.5-2 (infrequently to 3) tall. This is a woodland fern which is most often found in shaded crevices of rocky ledges and bluffs. Features grayish-green, deeply cut, leathery fronds (15-20" long). Sori are located at the edges or margins of the pinnule undersides, hence the common name. Rhizome forms an erect crown. Evergreen fronds provide good interest to the winter landscape.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Uses:
Grow in shady areas of the woodland, rock, native plant or wild garden. Mixes well with spring wildflowers, purple-leafed heucheras and hostas. Excellent as a specimen or in groups.
