Polystichum imbricans
Cliff Sword Fern, Dwarf Western Sword Fern
Other regional names: Imbricate Sword Fern +2 more
- Imbricate Sword Fern
- Narrow Leaved Sword Fern
- Narrowleaf Swordfern
Also known as: Polystichum munitum f. imbricans (Eaton) Clute
- Polystichum munitum f. imbricans (Eaton) Clute
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Originating in North America, Polystichum imbricans (commonly known as Cliff Sword Fern or Dwarf Western Sword Fern) is a fern belonging to the Polypodiaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Fern
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A., Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
British Columbia, California, Oregon, Washington
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms