Polystichum munitum
Western Sword Fern
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Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Description
Polystichum munitum (Western Sword Fern) is an evergreen fern native to western North America, where it is one of the most abundant ferns. It occurs along the Pacific coast from southwest Washington to southern California, and also inland east to southeastern British Columbia, northern Idaho and western Montana, with isolated populations in interior northern British Columbia, the Black Hills in South Dakota, and on Guadalupe Island off Baja California.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Blooming
Sori are borne on the underside of fronds and are encased by a round indusium.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Growth
Grows well in deep to partial shade. Polystichum works well in a rock garden or as cover for a woodland garden. Can also grow in a border that is well-drained, or in a traditional fernery. Less hardy species should be grown indoors with cool to warm conditions.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Planting
Dig up plants in spring and carefully separate the rhizomes. Spores can be propagated at 60F when ripe.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Pest
Uncommon.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Interesting facts
Polystichum are found worldwide in a variety of habitats such as tropical forests and alpine regions. There are around 200 species of Polystichum. The genus undergoes frequent hybridisation.
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) - Soil and irrigation
Does best in evenly moist soil rich in organic matter but also grows well in dry soil.
