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Asplenium platyneuron

 

Ebony Spleenwort is an evergreen perennial fern in the Aspleniaceae family. A small fern, the
alternate serrate fronds only come at about 8 inches to one foot and 8 inches tall. If you have a
particularly dry and shady area, this is a fantastic plant to consider. Being one of the most
drought tolerant of ferns, it is also easy to grow. It can be used as a groundcover, although
growth is more spread out and could be used with another groundcover for variety. As with most ferns, deer tend to stay away from Ebony Spleenwort.

Key Info

Scientific Name: Asplenium platyneuron
Common Names: Ebony Spleenwort
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Additional Info

Habit: Arching, clumping, rounded
Height: 8" - 20"
Spread: 8" - 20"
Soil Conditions: Gravely, sandy, limestone-based
Leaves: Compound fronds, alternate, serrate, hairs present
Flowers (or reproductive structures: Spores
Fruit: N/A
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Propagation: Division, spores