Description:
Dryopteris cycadina, also known as the shaggy shield fern, is a medium-sized, semi-evergreen fern native to northern India, China, Taiwan, and Japan. It features dark-green, heavily textured foliage with a distinctive black stipe, making it a striking addition to woodland gardens. This fern grows to about 24 inches tall and 18 inches wide, thriving in part sun to shade. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit for its ornamental value.
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- [1] Dryopteris cycadina: Plant Delights. Visit Source
- [2] Dryopteris cycadina: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [3] Dryopteris cycadina: Plant Delights. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
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Plant Delights | Dryopteris cycadina |
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$12.00 |