The ferns are extremely diverse in habitat,form, and reproductive methods. Some are
twining and vine like; others float on the
surface of ponds.
Ferns
Common Name:
True Ferns
Scientific / Botanical Name:
Leptosporangiate
Family:
Polypodiaceae
Genus:
Aspleniaceae
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Description
Special Features or Benefits
Ferns do not produce seeds, they are grown from spores. Spores look like small dots on the undersides of the fronds. Fern plants can drop millions of spores onto the ground, but only the
few that find ideal conditions will grow.
Suitable For
Both indoor and outdoor plant
Growing Conditions, Habitat & Sun Exposure:
While most ferns prefer a shady location, they
don't do well in deep shade.