Elegant Cloak Fern (Cheilanthes Hypoleuca) is a perennial fern in the Pteridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cheilanthes hypoleuca is a perennial fern known for its delicate, lacy fronds and adaptability to dry, rocky environments.

Elegant Cloak Fern

Elegant Cloak Fern

Cheilanthes Hypoleuca

Cheilanthes hypoleuca is a perennial fern known for its delicate, lacy fronds and adaptability to dry, rocky environments.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Elegant Cloak Fern

Jan
Prune
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Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pteridaceae
Genus:Cheilanthes