Didymochlaena truncata (Mahogany Fern, Tree Maidenhair Fern)
Botanical Information
Family | Dropteryaceae |
Genus | Didymochlaena |
Species | truncata |
Category | Perennials |
Type | Ferns |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9a - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -6 - (-4) |
Temperature (°F) | 20 - 25 |
Height | 60 - 91 cm |
Spread | 60 - 91 cm |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Crown and spreading. |
Landscape | Ground cover and ornamental use. |
Propagation | Division. |
Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Moist and well-drained soils with a pH of 6.6 - 7.3. Humidity tolerant. |
Notable Specimens | Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia. |
Leaf Description | Broadleaf. |
Colour Description | The leaves are a dark brownish-green and shiny. |