Prickly Rasp Fern  grows best in shady positions.

(1/2) Prickly Rasp Fern grows best in shady positions.

Prickly Rasp Fern

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Prickly Rasp Fern

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Trees and Plants > Native Plants > Prickly Rasp Fern
This fern is found growing in a variety of habitats such as rainforest margins, eucalypt forests and rainforests. It is well adapted to both sunny and shaded areas. Its new growth is bright orange-pink and is a stunning understory plant. The fern is usu... Read More

$14.90

Specifications of Prickly Rasp Fern

Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From RhizomeLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 0-1m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Yes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

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