Mountain Wood Fern (Dryopteris Campyloptera) is a perennial fern in the Dryopteridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dryopteris campyloptera, known as the mountain wood fern, is a large fern native to northeastern North America, typically found in cool, high elevation forests.

Mountain Wood Fern

Mountain Wood Fern

Dryopteris Campyloptera

Dryopteris campyloptera, known as the mountain wood fern, is a large fern native to northeastern North America, typically found in cool, high elevation forests.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Wood Fern

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Dryopteridaceae
Genus:Dryopteris