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Dryopteris ludoviciana
It is an evergreen in mild climates. Its growth habit is tall and upright with shiny and leathery dark green fronds. It will tolerate dry conditions but will perform best in moist areas. The growth rate is slow to moderate and reaches a mature height at 30-48 inches.
Native to southern United States from Florida west to Texas and as far north as Kentucky and North Carolina. Seen at the NC Botanical Garden.
Spotted on Apr 1, 2012
Submitted on Apr 17, 2012
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