Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in fall and winter. Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Cleveland's Lipfern (Myriopteris clevelandii) is a small, delicate fern native to rocky slopes and arid regions of California. It features finely dissected, silvery-green
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch fronds.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts and frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in fall and winter. Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing fronds as needed to maintain a tidy appearance. Pruning is generally minimal for this fern; focus on tidiness rather than shaping.
Propagate by dividing established clumps in spring. Each division should have healthy roots and fronds. Alternatively, spores can be collected and sown on moist medium, though this is a slower method.
Repot your Cleveland's Lipfern every 2-3 years in spring, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
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Photos of Cleveland's Lipfern (Myriopteris clevelandii)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Pteridaceae |
| Genus | Myriopteris |
| Species | Myriopteris clevelandii |
Similar in genus Myriopteris
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