ostrich fern
Matteuccia struthiopteris
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A deciduous fern with feathery, ostrich-plume-like fronds that emerge bright green in spring. It thrives in shaded, moist woodland conditions and spreads by underground rhizomes to form attractive colonies.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Northern Hemisphere temperate regions
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
The species itself is widely grown; 'Cristata' has crested frond tips and is a popular ornamental variant prized for its unique texture.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A deciduous fern with feathery, ostrich-plume-like fronds that emerge bright green in spring. It thrives in shaded, moist woodland conditions and spreads by underground rhizomes to form attractive colonies.
Climate Match for your location
See how well ostrich 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
Northern Hemisphere temperate regions
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
The species itself is widely grown; 'Cristata' has crested frond tips and is a popular ornamental variant prized for its unique texture.