common bracken
Pteridium aquilinum
Common bracken is a fast-growing deciduous fern with feathery, triangular fronds that spreads vigorously through underground rhizomes. It tolerates poor soils and partial shade, making it useful for woodland groundcover, though it can become invasive.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Succession Role
Native to the United States
Native Range
Worldwide distribution; temperate and tropical regions
Native to: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation