Microlepia
Polypodiaceae
Ferns
Sturdy ferns useful for landscaping in mild climates. Both species described here can take fairly dry soil—drier than is usual for ferns. Both are hardy to 28°F/-2°C.
Microlepia firmaNative to India. Grows to 2 1/2 ft. high and 2 ft. wide. Dull green, delicately cut, triangular fronds to 3 ft. long. Frond surfaces are densely hairy.
Native to tropical Asia. Robust fern with delicate dark green fronds. Grows 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide. Sometimes sold as Microlepia speluncae.
Microlepia strigosa
Native to tropical Asia. Robust fern with delicate dark green fronds. Grows 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide. ...
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Salvia chiapensis
Many 1-1/2 –2-ft. stems form a relaxed clump 3–4 ft. or more wide; growth is taller and la...
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