Braun’s Holly Fern

Scientific name

Polystichum braunii

Description

The Braun's Holly Fern is a large fern that can grow up to 1 m in height. It has long dark fronds that can reach up to 1 m long and is twice compound. The pinnules (segment of the frond) are toothed with bristle tips. The pinnules have two rows of circular spores that ripen to a grey, brown, or black colour by mid-summer.

Planting conditions

Braun's Holly Fern grows best in normal to moist soil. It can withstand dry conditions when established. It is often growing in boreal habitat; it may also be found on rocky outcrops and ravines. It is intolerant of alkaline pH levels and does best in shade or part shade.

Details

• Plant height:
  • Max 1.5m
  • Max 2m
  • Max 3m
  • Any
  • Over 3m
• Moisture level:
  • Normal
  • Moist
• Light conditions:
  • Partial sun
  • Shade
• Soil type:
  • Sandy
  • Loamy
  • Humus
  • Rocky
• pH:
  • Acidic
  • Normal
• Depth:
  • Potted
• Eco Zone:
  • 4a
  • 4b
  • 5a
  • 5b
  • 6a
  • 6b
  • 7a
  • 7b
  • 8a
  • 8b
  • 9a
• Plant type:
  • Fern
• Height:
  • 1 m
• Spread:
  • 60 cm