Pellaea falcata

This is an interesting fern, which grows in spreading colonies. This species is quite variable, with some fronds which are large and coarse, and others that are more compact.

This plant was growing in a sunny area, hence its pale color. In shadier areas, it takes on a much darker green.It is drought hardy and easy to grow, though, through losing some of its pinnae, and the remnant leafless stalks of old fronds, it can get a bit untidy.

Similar plants:

• Pellaea calomelanos (Pellaea)
• Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern, Round-leafed Fern, Tarawera)
• Pellaea viridis (Green Cliff Brake)