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Brittle Bladder Fern (Cystopteris fragilis) is a light-loving, moisture-seeking herb that thrives in partial sun to full shade. Brittle Bladder Fern (Latin: Cystopteris fragilis, family Polypodiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Brittle Bladder Fern is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Brittle Bladder Fern is a member of the Polypodiaceae family native to AFG, ASK, ALB, ABT, ALG, and ALT. Brittle Bladder Fern thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Brittle Bladder Fern grows best in partial sun/shade, full shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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