Overview

Allosorus crispus is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Cryptogramma, part of the Pteridaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Allosorus crispus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include rock gardens, woodland gardens and native gardens.

About

Cryptogramma crispa, the parsley fern, is an Arctic–alpine species of fern native to Europe and parts of Asia. It produces separate sterile and fertile fronds, up to 30 cm (12 in) tall, and is a pioneer species on acidic screes.

Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cryptogramma crispa

About the genus

Cryptogramma is a genus of ferns known commonly as parsley ferns or rockbrakes. They are one of the three genera in the subfamily Cryptogrammoideae of the family Pteridaceae. Cryptogramma ferns can be found in temperate regions on several continents worldwide.

Wikipedia contributors, "Cryptogramma", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cryptogramma

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Cryptogramma

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Allosorus crispus size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Rock gardens, Woodland gardens, Native gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Allosorus crispus

Propagation

Spores, Division

Pest resistance

Resistant to most pests

Disease resistance

Resistant to most diseases

Frequently asked questions