Plant Family

Osmundaceae

2 plants in database

Osmundaceae in this database spans zones 3-9 with 2 species, so design it as a guild component instead of a monoculture block. Use its strongest role (Ornamental) intentionally and manage spacing for airflow because there are 2 recurring pests in this family. Anchor it in the Herbaceous layer and pair with unrelated support species in other layers; if you save seed from multiple cultivars, isolate flowering plants to reduce accidental crosses within the family.

Wikipedia — Osmundaceae
Plants in Database
2
Common Pests
2
Zone Range
3–9
Herbaceous
2 plants

Common Functions in This Family

Ornamental×2 Wildlife Attractor×2 Mulcher×1 Water Retention×1 Ground Cover×1 Erosion Control×1

Shared Pest Pressure

Pests That Target Osmundaceae

Showing pests affecting 2+ plants in this family. Click any pest for organic control methods.

Slugs
100% of family
Gastropoda
Snails
100% of family
Gastropoda

All Osmundaceae Plants — 2 total

Cinnamon Fern
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Royal Fern
Osmunda regalis