About
Coniogramme japonica 'Flavomaculata' is a semi-evergreen fern characterized by its clumps of ribbon-like fronds, which can reach lengths of 60 to 100 cm and widths of 40 to 60 cm. The fronds exhibit a glossy green hue, adorned with distinct horizontal yellow bands that are most evident on the newer growth.
About the genus
Coniogramme consists of approximately 40 species of ferns that form clumps and can be evergreen, semi-evergreen, or deciduous. These terrestrial ferns thrive in damp, shaded environments, making them ideal for woodland settings.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grows best in a humus-rich, moist soil in light shade
- Pruning
- Remove dead or damaged fronds as necessary
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free