Athyrium thelypterioides - Male Fern

This is a medium to tall fern, can reach heights up to 3 feet tall. The fronds are a light green color and 8 inches wide at the widest point. This is a medium spreader making a nice clump in a few years. Foliage will vary from a light green to a dark green depending on exposure and soil moisture. Will do well in average soil but performs best in a soil that does not get real dry. Often seen in low lying areas in the wild.

Shade to Semi-shade, Rich Moist Soil, 2-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-8