β Plant Database

resurrection fern
Pleopeltis michauxiana
perennialβ
part shadeπ§π§ moderate water
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
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 10bSeasonality
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
- Maintenance
- Propagation