Lobed Spleenwort
Asplenium pinnatifidum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
AL, AR, CT, GA and 17 more states
Lobed spleenwort is a small, delicate evergreen fern that forms neat clumps of deeply lobed fronds. This fern thrives in rocky areas and shaded spots, making it perfect for dry shade where other plants struggle. Its compact size and tidy growth habit work well in small spaces and rock gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Lobed Spleenwort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
Wildlife value
As a fern, this plant does not attract pollinators but provides shelter and habitat for small wildlife. The evergreen fronds offer year-round cover for insects and small creatures in shaded garden areas.
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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