Asplenium (Phyllitis) scolopendrium ‘Furcata’
Asplenium (phyllitis) scolopendrium 'Furcata' is a Hart's tongue fern with tips of the fronds split forming a Y-shape.
Asplenium (phyllitis) scolopendrium ‘Furcata’, is split crest Hart’s tongue fern. Makes for an alien and captivating specimen with the tips of the fronds split forming a Y-shape that is also crested with an attractive petticoat with lower edges lightly ruffled. The fronds are roughly oriented in a vase shape making this a great architectural plant for the front of shade border which contrasts well in form with other shade perennials. Growth habit is 10 inches tall with a 15 inch spread. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Hart’s Tongue Fern
Family: Aspleniaceae (The Spleenwort Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade
Height: 8-12"
Width: 12-24"
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Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
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Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
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Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist banks and walls, rocks in damp shady places in woodlands, often on lime-rich soils.
Award: GPP AGM
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