Synonym(s)
Parathelypteris noveboracensis
Thelypteris noveboracensis
Common Name
New york fern
Plant Form
Fern & Fern Allies
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
2.0
Width (ft)
1.0 -
2.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF):
Additional Info
Habitat: Mesic and dry-mesic upland forests, well-drained floodplain forests, swamp hummocks, and ecotones; occurs in a wide range of low- to high-elevation community types. Common throughout Virginia.
Wildlife Value: This plant provides excellent ground cover. Its parts are used in songbird nest construction.
Ground Cover
Yes
Evergreen
Yes
Light Requirements
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant