Polystichum × machaerophyllum

Naturally occurring in South America, Polystichum × machaerophyllum is a fern belonging to the Polypodiaceae family. Within its native range, this hybrid is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. The parent species of this naturally occurring hybrid are linked below.

Native Range

• Polystichum echinatum
  Rusty Swordfern
  Parent Species
• Polystichum ilicifolium
  Parent Species