Myriopteris covillei, formerly known as Cheilanthes covillei, is a species of cheilanthoid fern known by the common name Coville's lip fern. Coville's lip fern is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico.
Coville's lipfern typically shows strong resistance to disease and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is considered difficult because it needs a moist environment and frequent watering. However, the roots are prone to rotting if it is overwatered or kept in poor ventilation. Coville's lipfern is suitable for people with some growing experience, as most individuals can keep it alive for a certain amount of time. Nonetheless, the plant may struggle to thrive and its leaves can dry out and become less healthy over time.
How to keep Cheilanthes Covillei.
Light
Coville's lipfern stems from habitats such as the understories of forests or stony regions that naturally provide shade. Though it ideally thrives in Full Shade, it can endure conditions of Partial Sun.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Fern
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Cheilanthes
- Family
- Pteridaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 10 cm to 20 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Olive Drab
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Native Area
- Mexico
