Dryopteris - Wikipedia
Dryopteris / draɪˈɒptərɪs /, [2] commonly called the wood ferns, male ferns (referring in particular to Dryopteris filix-mas), or buckler ferns, is a fern genus in the family Dryopteridaceae, subfamily Dryopteridoideae, according to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group classification of 2016 (PPG I). [3] There are about 300-400 species in the ...
Dryopteris - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox
The native range of this genus is cosmopolitan, found throughout North America and on every continent except Antarctica. The genus name is compounded from the Greek words, Dryo-, meaning “woods,” and -pteris, meaning “fern.”. These ferns love to grow in shade, but they can tolerate partial sun.
Dryopteris marginalis - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Dryopteris marginalis, commonly called marginal shield fern, is an evergreen, Missouri native fern which typically forms a non-spreading, vase-shaped clump to 1.5-2' (infrequently to 3') tall. This is a woodland fern which is most often found in shaded crevices of rocky ledges and bluffs.
Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance' - Plant Finder
Dryopteris erythrosora , commonly called Japanese shield fern or autumn fern, is an arching, evergreen (semi-evergreen in cold winter climates) fern that grows in a vase-shaped clump to 2' tall and as wide. It is native to woodland hillsides and mountain slopes in …
Dryopteris - Ferns - Gardenia
Dryopteris are elegant, deciduous, semi-evergreen or evergreen ferns noted for their shuttlecock of arching fronds originating from erect or branching rhizomes. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from dwarfs for rock gardens to dramatic …
Dryopteris (Wood fern) / RHS
Learn all about dryopteris - choose the best ones to grow, where to buy, where to plant and care advice from RHS experts
Dryopteris erythrosora (Autumn Fern) - Gardenia
One of the most colorful ferns in the genus Dryopteris, Dryopteris erythrosora (Autumn Fern) is a clump-forming, semi-evergreen fern with broadly triangular, arching fronds. In spring, its new fronds are suffused with coppery tints and contrast beautifully with the shiny, dark green, mature fronds. Initially, these may be pinkish, but the ...
Dryopteris filix-mas - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Dryopteris filix-mas, commonly called male fern, is native to Europe and North America. This is a large, arching, deciduous male fern with erect, stout rhizomes and medium green blades (fronds) that grow to 3’ (less frequently to 4’) tall.
Dryopteris: Wood Fern - Portland Nursery
Dryopteris is the most numerous genus of ferns, with over 200 species and many hybrids. They are attractive ornamental ferns, with upright arching fronds that look great in mixed borders with other perennials.
How to Grow and Care for Autumn Fern - The Spruce
Aug 8, 2024 · Autumn fern (Dryopteris erythrosora) is a hardy fern with stunning red spring foliage. Learn how to grow and care for this shade-loving groundcover.