Dryopteris bushiana

Male Fern

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Common Name: 

Male Fern

Plant Type: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

45 cm

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Description

Wood Ferns are native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere. They generally have stout, slowly creeping rootstocks that form a crown, with a vase-like ring of fronds.

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Growth

There are many species in this genus of ferns, 1-4 feet tall. Plants bear scaly rhizomes that either creep to form small clumps or are erect and form crowns. Dryopteris does best in partial shade. Grow Dryopteris among other herbaceous plants and shrubs. Less hardy plants should be raised in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C).

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Planting

Divide clumps in spring or fall for propagation. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Pest

Problems include leaf gall, rust, and fungal spots.

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Interesting facts

Wood Ferns have spores generated inside kidney shaped sori.

Male Fern (Dryopteris bushiana) - Soil and irrigation

Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter or even moist to wet soil.

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