Pyrrosia porosa 2a topped with leaves that are

topped with leaves that are primarily olive green with small silver flecks

it doesn't grow very well in dense shade

It does not thrive in deep shade

Along the scape are dozens of small pansy-like flowers of bright yellow

Pyrrosia porosa 2a topped with leaves that arePyrrosia porosa is a little known tongue fern species with a wide native range from India, across southern China and into the Philippines, where it can be found growing on tree trunks from 3,000' to 8,500' elevation. The thick, dark green, 10" x 1. 5" evergreen fronds emerge from a tightly clustered rhizome. The brown indumentum on the leaf back adds a lovely contrast to the dark green fronts. In marginal winter climates, Pyrrosia porosa should be