About
Psilotum nudum, the skeleton fork fern or whisk fern, is a primitive, vascular plant � one of the most ancient land plants on Earth � producing erect, leafless, green, photosynthetic stems with small, scale-like appendages and round spore-bearing bodies. A fascinating botanical curiosity for a warm, humid, frost-free greenhouse.
About the genus
Psilotum are primitive, leafless vascular plants � among the most ancient land plants � producing erect, green, photosynthetic stems and round, yellow spore-bearing bodies. Grown as botanical curiosities in warm, humid 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.