Description
Asplenium sampsoni (also called Sampson's Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the United States. It is a small, evergreen fern with long, narrow, lance-shaped fronds that are typically green in color. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, and is often found growing on rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium sampsoni is used as a ground cover in gardens, as a source of food for birds, and as a source of fiber for weaving.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asplenium sampsoni is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Where to Find Asplenium sampsoni
Asplenium sampsoni is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina.