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fairyswords
Scientific Name: Cheilanthes lindheimeri
Family: Pteridaceae
Category: Fern
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cheilanthes lindheimeri: Fairyswords
Cheilanthes lindheimeri, commonly known as Fairyswords or Lindheimer's lipfern, is a perennial fern admired for its delicate appearance and resilience. This plant has garnered attention in various contexts, from bridal bouquets to natural history studies.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions "stems long-creeping, 0.7--3 mm diam." This describes a plant structure that could be tempting for pets to chew on.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cheilanthes lindheimeri Hook.
- Common Names: Fairyswords, Lindheimer's lipfern
- Family: Pteridaceae
- Synonym: Myriopteris lindheimeri (Hooker) J.Smith
Distribution and Habitat
- Fairyswords can be found in the Dragoon Mountains of Southeastern Arizona, where they create mosaics in riparian areas such as alongside Slavin Gulch.
- They are also known to grow on rocky slopes and in mountainous habitats.
- Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Texas.
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant has long-creeping stems, with a diameter of 0.7 to 3 mm.
- The scales are uniformly brown, ovate-lanceolate, and straight to slightly contorted.
- Scales are often deciduous on older stems.
Ecological Role
- Fern
Resources and Further Information
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Discover Life
- Dave's Garden
- Cabeza Prieta Natural History Association