Curlygrass ferns (Schizaea)

Curlygrass ferns

The barren fronds (trophophylls) are grass-like, and the spore-bearing fertile frond (sporophyll) is similar, but with a small, pinnate fertile segment at its apex. Various of the roughly two dozen species have been reported from widely separated regions, including much of the tropical Old and New World.

Scientific classification

Genus

Curlygrass ferns (Schizaea)

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Perennial

Lifespan

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Species

Fan fern Toothbrush fern Forked comb fern Little curlygrass fern Comb fern Southern comb fern

Care Guide for Curlygrass ferns

Every week

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Water: Curlygrass ferns prefers consistently moist soil and is intolerant to drought, requiring weekly watering. It thrives in high humidity, benefiting from regular misting. Typically grown indoors, these conditions mimic its natural moist environment, essential for its health and growth.

Propagation: Propagation of curlygrass ferns involves spore sowing or division, requiring consistent moisture, indirect light, and acidic, well-drained soil. Follow steps including collecting spores, sowing on a peat medium, covering to retain moisture, and maintaining a temperature of 21°C (70°F) until germination. Division occurs during repotting.

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