Silvery Spleenwort (Deparia Acrostichoides) is a perennial fern in the Athyriaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Deparia acrostichoides is a perennial fern native to eastern North America and parts of eastern Asia, recognized for its silvery hairs beneath the fronds and its delicate, compound leaves.

Silvery Spleenwort

Silvery Spleenwort

Deparia Acrostichoides

Deparia acrostichoides is a perennial fern native to eastern North America and parts of eastern Asia, recognized for its silvery hairs beneath the fronds and its delicate, compound leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, understory plant, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Silvery Spleenwort

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Silvery Spleenwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Athyriaceae
Genus:Deparia