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resurrection fern

resurrection fern

Pleopeltis michauxiana

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 6a – Zone 10b

A tiny epiphytic fern that curls up dramatically when dry and revives when watered, earning its name as a resurrection plant. It naturally grows on tree bark and rocks, making it ideal for mounted displays or as a houseplant.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
slow
Size
0.5–1.5β€² tall Γ— 1–3β€² wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 6aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFallWinter

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southeastern United States

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

Function & Care

wildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
division