Polystichum xiphophyllum
Polystichum xiphophyllum is a little-known evergreen fern with stiff, shiny fronds comprised of black stems and almost plastic-like pinnae.
Polystichum xiphophyllum is a little-known evergreen fern from China which is moderate in size — eventually to 18 inches tall and slightly wider — but very beautiful with stiff, silvery shiny fronds comprised of black stems and almost plastic-like pinnae. A great fern for shady containers or a woodland setting.
Common Name: Silver Sabre Fern
Family: Dryopteridaceae (The Wood Fern Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-8
Light: Full Shade Part Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
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Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
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Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Black
Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Broadleaf, evergreen forests.
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