Osmunda cinnamomea (Cinnamon Fern) Soil-Dry giving it a cloudlike appearance

giving it a cloudlike appearance

Native shrub common to savannas

Its flowers are not particularly striking

Height 4-7'

This species is native to central Illinois

Osmunda cinnamomea (Cinnamon Fern) Soil-Dry giving it a cloudlike appearanceA great moist woodland garden fern. The familiar "fiddleheads" uncoil from the base of the plant into large 2 4' long fronds which remain attractive throughout the year and turn yellow in autumn. The common name of this plant is in reference to the cinnamon colored fibers found near the frond bases used in the potting of orchids. Sun Exposure Savanna Woodland Soil Conditions Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic Height 2' 4' Flower Color N A Flower Time N A Deer