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Thelypteris palustris

Marsh fern

A perfect solution to the shady wet sites, marsh fern's fronds arise from the ground individually instead of in clumps like most other ferns. Each individual frond orients itself towards the prevailing light, which produces a stunning visual effect when planted in masses.

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Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Attracts Wildlife
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
Tolerance
• Salt Tolerant
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Naturalize
• Massing
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Marsh fern - Thelypteris palustris from Native Plant Trust
Marsh fern - Thelypteris palustris from Native Plant Trust