Berry bladder fern, Bulblet Bladder Fern
Cystopteris bulbifera
Family: Cystopteridaceae
What it is like
A fern. It grows 30-45 cm high and 20-30 cm wide. The fronds form swirling rosettes. They are light green and slender. The fronds are divided and have curved tips. Bulbils develop below the midribs. They are lightly tinged with red.
There are about 18 Cystopteris species. These are also put in the family Athyriaceae and Cystopteridaceae.
Where it is found
It is frost hardy. It is lime tolerant. It often grows on moist shady rock faces. It suits hardiness zones 3-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Canada, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Root
How it is grown
It can be grown from the small bulbils under the leaves.