Overview
Botrychium multifidum is a columnar upright ferns in the genus Botrychium, part of the Ophioglossaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Botrychium multifidum grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and banks and slopes.
About
Sceptridium multifidum is a fern species in the Ophioglossaceae, known by the common names leathery grapefern and leathery moonwort.
About the genus
Botrychium is a genus of ferns, seedless vascular plants in the family Ophioglossaceae. Botrychium species are known as moonworts. They are small, with fleshy roots, and reproduce by spores shed into the air.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Botrychium
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Botrychium multifidum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Banks and slopes
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Botrychium multifidum
- Propagation
- Spores
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Botrychium multifidum?
Botrychium multifidum prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Botrychium multifidum need?
Botrychium multifidum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Botrychium multifidum hardy in the UK?
Botrychium multifidum has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Botrychium multifidum?
Spores.