Silver False Spleenwort
Deparia acrostichoides
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 26 more states
Silver false spleenwort is a fern that forms neat, upright clumps of silvery-green fronds. It thrives in partial shade with consistent moisture and provides excellent texture for woodland gardens and shaded borders.
In an HOA neighborhood
Silver False Spleenwort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
This fern provides habitat and shelter for small wildlife and insects. The dense fronds offer nesting material for birds and cover for beneficial ground-dwelling creatures.
Common questions
- How much sun does Silver False Spleenwort need?
- Silver False Spleenwort grows best in part shade conditions.
- Where is Silver False Spleenwort native?
- Silver False Spleenwort (Deparia acrostichoides) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 26 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Silver False Spleenwort HOA-friendly?
- Silver False Spleenwort is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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