Southern Bracken Fern (Pteridium Caudatum) is a perennial fern in the Dennstaedtiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Pteridium caudatum is a perennial fern species commonly known as Southern bracken fern or Lacy Bracken, found in tropical and subtropical regions.