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Polystichum richardii - Common shield fern
Latin name:
Polystichum richardii
Common name:
Common Shield Fern (Pikopiko in maori)
Keywords:
richardi,fern
Polystichum richardii has very dark green, leathery looking fronds which reach 30 – 50cm in length.
It is a very hardy variety – often found in exposed coastal areas, on rocky banks and in mountain areas. This variety can tolerate almost any condition however it will need watering in very dry weather.
Is a New Zealand native fern