Species Narrow Triangle Moonwort
green fruits and lime-green leaves on green-brown stems

Narrow Triangle Moonwort

Botrychium lanceolatum subsp. angustisegmentum

The Narrow Triangle Moonwort (Botrychium lanceolatum subsp. angustisegmentum) is a low-growing, delicate fern commonly found in dry, sunny areas in the northern and central parts of Europe, especially among tufts of grass. Its leaves are dark green and emerge from a tangled mound of crawling, wiry stems and look like slender pointed triangles. Each stem bears two pairs of opposite leaflets that are separated by a line of white dots along the midrib. Its upright spikelets consist of tiny, brown, rounded fruits and help the plant disperse its spores. Although not very conspicuous, this plant possesses a rare beauty and provides shelter for small creatures living among its branches.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

watering

Triangle Grape Fern should be watered at least 1 time a week. Generally, it is best to water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch, usually at least an inch or 2 down. To ensure deep watering, it is recommended to water the plant slowly and deeply for at least 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the water to run through the soil and out the bottom of the container. During particularly dry weather, more frequent watering may be necessary. When adding water, be sure to avoid the crown of the plant and to water near the edge of the container instead.

sunlight

Triangle Grape Ferns require moderate amounts of sunlight and need to be placed in an area with bright, indirect light. The species does best in partial shade where it can receive a few hours of direct morning sunlight and filtered light for the remainder of the day. During the summer months, the Triangle Grape Fern should be protected from afternoon sun, which may cause its leaves to become scorched or discolored.

pruning

Triangle Grape Ferns should be trimmed with sharp, sterile pruning shears to maintain their attractive, fan-shaped foliage. Prune these ferns in early spring and early autumn to remove any dead or browning leaves and keep them looking their best. For heavier pruning, such as removing old, dying fronds, or shaping the fern, it is best to stick to late winter and early spring.

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Harvest Fruit

Starts Flowering

Starts Flowering

Harvest Fruit

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