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Cyrtomium falcatum (Japanese holly fern)


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Cyrtomium falcatum sir-TOE-mee-um fal-KAY-tum Common Name: Japanese holly fern Synonyms: Phanerophlebia falcata Genus: Cyrtomium
Spreading, glossy, dark green fronds reach a length of 8 to 24 inches. This fern has holly-like pinnae and sori scattered over the underside of the pinnae.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Usually found in moist, rocky areas or woodland in central and eastern Asia, this evergreen fern is deciduous in colder climates. Its distinctive fronds liven up a shady border or a rock garden. It also makes a handsome houseplant.
 Care: Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Where marginally hardy, plant in the shelter of a rock and mulch the crown with straw in winter.
 Propagation: Sow spores in late summer. May also be grown from rooted bulbils collected from the base.
 Problems: Common: fungal spots, root rot, and scale insects.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Foliage Color Evergreen
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container, Indoor Plant
Style , Rock Garden, Woodland Garden
Type ,Fern

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