Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass and SW Asia

and SW Asia

The tree is dioecious

Prefers full sun and dry

loof en bloeiwyses

Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass and SW AsiaShaggy Shield Fern is a semi evergreen fern that has an upright vase habit. Shaggy Shield Fern has stiff leathery fronds with black hair like scales covering the rachis. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with some shade. Tolerates drought once established. Type: Fern Origins: North India, China, Taiwan and Japan Height: 1. 5' 3 Spread: 1. 5 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: N A Season of Interest: Year