Plant Description
Bechnum spicant
Medium sized evergreen preferring shade and moist soils. The ladder-shaped fronds form a basal rosette from which the newest fronds shoot straight up, forming a central vertical grouping.
An off-white flower with petals curled back, seen from the side, on a green background.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | 1-4 ft |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Consistent water |
| Drought Tolerance | Once established, very drought tolerant |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | Provides refuge for birds, amphibians, and other small animals |
| Resprout Ability | Will regrow following low-severity fire |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 5-8 |
| Habitat Type | Woodlands |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Blechnaceae |
| Genus | Blechnum |
| Species | B. spicant |
