Polypodium formosanum

The “Caterpillar Fern” is a slowly creeping fern native to eastern Asia where it grows epiphytically in trees and on rocks. The fronds are semi-deciduous (in colder climates) and up to a foot or so in length. The new growth emerges a pale blue-green and the smooth-edged pinnae (leaflets) have undulate margins. The creeping stem is green and looks rather like a smooth caterpillar, thus the common name. Great in a hanging basket where it will eventually completely cover the entire basket. A stunning foliage plant with a great texture and striking appearance. These are divisions of a plant collected wild in Taiwan.

Plant Characteristics

• Evergreen

• Indoors
• Outdoors

• Partial shade

• Hardy to +20F

R2 - easy if certain specific cultural requirements are met; these are usually given in the general description

1/2 gallon