Description
Common names
Rock fern.
Scientific names
Cheilanthes austrotenuifolia, Cheilanthes tenuifolia var. tenuifolia.
Family
Sinopteridaceae.
Genus
Cheilanthes.
Growth height
Up to 0.3m.
Presence in Australia
Widespread. Throughout most areas of the region.
This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, Tas, SA, NT, WA.
Habitat
Rocky ground in open forest, woodland, or exposed rocky slopes.
Habit
Ground ferns up to 30cm high, rhizome-tufted or short-creeping.
Site preference
Generally prefers moist, well-drained soil in full or semi-sun.
Characteristics
May die back over summer and re-shoot in autumn.
Propagation
From division or spore.
Ornamental
Attractive small fern for rockeries and pots.