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coastal lipfern

Scientific Name: Cheilanthes intertexta

Family: Pteridaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cheilanthes intertexta: Coastal Lip Fern

Cheilanthes intertexta, commonly known as the Coastal Lip Fern, is a fascinating fern species native to specific regions of North America.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a fern. Ferns sometimes have fiddleheads that can be tempting to animals.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is a fern. Ferns sometimes have fiddleheads that can be tempting to children.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Cheilanthes intertexta (Maxon) Maxon
  • Common Name: Coastal Lip Fern
  • Synonym: Some sources indicate a possible move or superseded name of Myriopteris intertexta, although Cheilanthes intertexta is noted as the accepted name by ITIS.
  • Other Species: Other species in the Cheilanthes genus includes: Cheilanthes covillei (Coville’s lipfern), Cheilanthes feei (Slender Lipfern), Cheilanthes gracillima (Lace Lipfern), Cheilanthes newberryi (Newberry's Lipfern), Cheilanthes lanosa (Hairy Lip Fern)
  • Other Cheilanthes species mentioned include: Cheilanthes eatonii Baker (Eaton’s Lipfern), Cheilanthes intramarginalis (Kaulf. ex Link) Hook, Cheilanthes fendleri, Cheilanthes californica Mette.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Cheilanthes intertexta is native to California and adjacent parts of southern Oregon.
  • It is often found in the cracks and fissures of north-facing slopes, as well as rocky outcrops and crevices.
  • Specific locations mentioned include the Sierra Nevada, Cascade ranges, Mt. Tamalpias, and Stinson Beach in California.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Coastal Lip Fern is described as medium in size.
  • It maintains a green color throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter, indicating it is an evergreen plant.
  • It is classified as a forb/herb, which means it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.

Ecological Role

  • Cheilanthes intertexta is noted as a "west coast native rock fern".

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cheilanthes intertexta.
  • Dave's Garden provides tips and ideas related to gardening.