Common Names: Cinnamon Fern
Scientific Name: Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
 
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Size: Typically grows to a height of 2-5 ft.
Foliage: The fronds are deeply lobed, resembling the shape of a shuttlecock, and have a unique cinnamon-colored central stalk.
 
Growing Conditions
Water Use: High
Light Requirement: Part Shade to Full Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist to Wet
 
Ecological Benefits
Cinnamon Fern is an essential component of wetland ecosystems in Maryland, providing habitat for a variety of creatures, including amphibians and insects. Its distinctive fronds and cinnamon-colored stalks add visual interest to shaded areas. By thriving in wet conditions, it contributes to water management and the health of local natural systems.