General Landscape Uses: Ground cover and mass plantings, understory plant in woodland and tropical gardens, borders and edging, container planting and hanging baskets

Ecological Restoration Notes: Erosion control and soil stabilization, reforestation and understory regeneration, habitat restoration and wildlife support, wetland and riparian rehabilitation, air purification

Description: Macho Fern is lush and leafy. Use this plant as a fast growing groundcover for sun or shade.

Dimensions: Height 3 ft.

Growth Rate: Fast

Native Range: North America, Central America, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, northern Australia

Native Habitats: Moist forests, swamps, along riverbanks

Soils: Well-draining, rich in organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5 – 7)

Nutritional Requirements: Moderate

Salt Water Tolerance: Low to moderate

Salt Wind Tolerance:  Moderate

Drought Tolerance: Moderate

Light Requirements: Full sun to shade

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Wildlife and Ecology: Provides shelter for small animals, insects, and amphibians

Horticultural Notes: Propagation by runners (stolons), spores

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