Pellaea (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of chiefly small rock-loving ferns; in some classification systems it is placed in the family Polypodiaceae or Adiantaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pellaea plants thrive in rocky or cliff environments with well-draining soil and partial shade.
- Some species of Pellaea, commonly known as cliffbrakes, resemble miniature plants of the genus Asplenium.
- Pellaea species, such as P. rotundifolia and P. mucronata, produce fertile fronds that bear spores on the underside.
- Growing pellaea in greenhouses or indoor pots requires careful attention to soil moisture and humidity levels.
- Pellaea and its allies were historically considered members of the family Adiantaceae.