Botanical Name: Polystichum munitum Add
Common Name: Western Sword Fern, Alaska Fern  
Plant photo of: Polystichum munitum
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California Native Plant
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Fern

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor
Photographer: Greg Applegate
  • Description

  • Notes

This Fern produces upright fronds, reaching 4'-5' tall in moist, cool forests in Northern California. This size is usually lower, especially without summer watering. It is great in containers or dry shade landscapes. This species is especially useful to give the illusion of lush, moist gardens where little water is actually being used. It should receive part shade to dense shade.