American Royal Fern
Osmunda spectabilis
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A deciduous fern with large, feathery fronds that emerge in spring with a striking reddish-bronze color before maturing to green. It thrives in moist woodland settings and prefers consistently wet soil.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous fern with large, feathery fronds that emerge in spring with a striking reddish-bronze color before maturing to green. It thrives in moist woodland settings and prefers consistently wet soil.
Climate Match for your location
See how well American Royal Fern grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation