Painted fern
Anisocampium niponicum

Family: Athyriaceae

What it is like

A fern. The rhizome is creeping. It grows 30-45 cm high and spreads 50-60 cm wide. The fronds arise individually from this rhizome. It is 30 cm high. The fronds are coarsely divided and green. Their stems are yellow.

There are about 180 Athyrium species. Also put in the family Aspleniaceae and Woodsiaceae.

Where it is found

It is hardy in cool climates. It needs a well drained soil rich in organic matter. It needs a sheltered position. It suits hardiness zones 3-6.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China, Japan, Korea, SE Asia, Vietnam

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves, fronds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Asplenium niponicum Mett.; Asplenium uropteron Miq.; Athyrium biondii Christ; Athyrium fissum Christ; Athyrium niponicum (Mett.) Hance; Athyrium uropteron (Miq.) C. Chr.; Athyrium yunnanense Christ;