species 35,193 observations

Interrupted Fern

Osmunda claytoniana

Field notes

Supports All

4 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Royal Fern Borer Moth, Serpentine Webworm Moth, Fern Olethreutes Moth 3
Sheltered animals Animals that nest or roost in it Chirosia filicis 1

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Ground covers
Light: Dappled shade Full shade
Moisture: Moist
Water use: High
Soil: Sand Loam Clay
Soil pH: Acid
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Heavy shade Rabbits Wet soil
Habit: Arching Clumping Mounding Spreading Vase
Plant type: Fern Ground cover Herbaceous perennial

From NC State Extension, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.