Adiantum aleuticum
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Five Finger Fern
Five Finger Fern (also called Western Maidenhair Fern) is a beautiful fern species that grows up to 3.5 ft. high with fan-shaped fronds that can vary in color from light to medium green with dark brown to black stems that provide nice contrast.
This fern prefers fertile, moist soil and is often found growing in rock crevices near streams. It is also tolerant of serpentine rock.
Plant near stream edges or in container gardens for a gorgeous lush texture.
Lifeform:
Sun: Part Shade, Shade
Soil: Clay, Loam, Serpentine
Other: Deer Resistant
| Ecological Value | N/A |
|---|---|
| Historical Uses | Several indigenous communities throughout North America use this species for a variety of purposes including basketry, medicine for dermatological and gastrointestinal ailments, and jewelry. |
| Distribution | Western North America from the Aleutian Islands of Alaska, south to Chihuahua, and also locally in northeastern North America from Newfoundland south to Maryland |
| Elevation | 9" – 14090" |
| Habitat | Stream edges |
| Communities | Chaparral, Douglas-Fir Forest, Lodgepole Forest, Mixed Evergreen Forest, Red Fir Forest, Subalpine Forest, wetland-riparian, Yellow Pine Forest |