Cleveland's Lip Fern (Myriopteris Clevelandii) is a perennial fern in the Pteridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Myriopteris clevelandii is a small to medium-sized fern native to southern California and Baja California, characterized by bead-like leaf segments densely covered with scales beneath.

Cleveland's Lip Fern

Cleveland's Lip Fern

Myriopteris Clevelandii

Myriopteris clevelandii is a small to medium-sized fern native to southern California and Baja California, characterized by bead-like leaf segments densely covered with scales beneath.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, drought tolerant accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cleveland's Lip 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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pteridaceae
Genus:Myriopteris