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California lacefern

Scientific Name: Aspidotis californica

Family: Pteridaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Aspidotis californica - California Lace Fern

Aspidotis californica, commonly known as California Lace Fern, is a delicate and attractive fern species found primarily in California and Baja California.

Considerations for Pets

  • This fern grows in rock cracks.
  • This fern has a rhizomatous, fibrous-rooted growth pattern.

Considerations for Children

  • This fern grows in rock cracks.
  • This fern has a rhizomatous, fibrous-rooted growth pattern.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Aspidotis californica (Hook.) Nutt. ex Copeland
  • Common Name: California Lace Fern
  • Family: Pteridaceae (Brake Fern Family)
  • Synonyms: The provided text mentions the basionym "(Hook.)" suggesting Hooker described the plant originally.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Aspidotis californica is native to California and Baja California.
  • It typically grows in rock cracks.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a perennial herb.
  • It is drought-deciduous.
  • It has a rhizomatous, fibrous-rooted growth habit.
  • It forms rosettes.