About
A compact, mat-forming, deciduous or semi-evergreen tuberous perennial forming a rosette of delicate, thread-like (filiforme) triangular, mid-green fronds and fertile fronds bearing dark brown spore cases. A choice and delicate specialist fern for a sheltered, moist, rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Eumorphia includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.