Click here to view the Connecticut Native Tree and Shrub Availability List which cross-references native species with nurseries where they are available. This list was produced by the Connecticut DEP, Bureau of Natural Resources, Wildlife division. Typical of wet spots. After the first frost the interesting brown bead-like stalks of the fertilefronds stand out strikingly. A large fern found in clumps with tan cinnamon-like fuzz on the fronds.
Fertile frond is a seperate tan-colored stalk providing spores.
A small, light green fern loving moist situations, with fronds that taper to a point at both ends. Typical of dry fields. Periodic burning increases vigor and beauty as shown from Arboretum research on prescribed burning. Fire breaks are needed where there are sizable stands, since it is a fire type. Native of Eurasia.