Dryopteris filix-mas
About
Dryopteris filix-mas, the male fern, is a common fern of the temperate Northern Hemisphere, native to much of Europe, Asia, and North America. It favours damp shaded areas in the understory of woodlands, but also shady places on hedge-banks, and rocks, and screes. Near the northern limit of its distribution it prefers sunny, well-drained sites. It is much less abundant in North America than in Europe.
- Family
- Dryopteridaceae
How to use it
The male fern is often used in gardens for its ornamental beauty, providing lush greenery and texture to shaded areas. Additionally, it plays a vital ecological role by helping to retain moisture in the soil, benefiting surrounding plants and wildlife.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Gardening tip
When planting male ferns, make sure to place them in a shady spot with damp soil. They thrive best in these conditions, helping them grow strong and healthy.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dryopteris filix-mas
- Slug
- dryopteris-filix-mas
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Dryopteridaceae
- Genus
- Dryopteris
- Species
- filix-mas
- Wikidata QID
- Q322994
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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