Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
sitchensis
ID:
1114941

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rupr.) T.Moore

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Index Fil. (T.Moore) lxvii. 1857

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001114279



Common Names

  • Cryptogramma Fern
  • Sitchensis Fern
  • Cryptogramma Sitchensis


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Description

Cryptogramma sitchensis (also called Sitka cliff-brake, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to the western United States and Canada. It has a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 8 inches long. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as mountain forests, ravines, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptogramma sitchensis is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to help control erosion and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptogramma sitchensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptogramma sitchensis is a hardy fern that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by division or by spores. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Spores should be collected in late summer and sown on a sterile medium. The plant can also be propagated by root cuttings.

Where to Find Cryptogramma sitchensis

Cryptogramma sitchensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and Washington.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26608673: Based on the initial data import
Franz Josef Ruprecht (1814-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Moore (1821-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Moore' in the authors string.