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Purple Cliff Brake (Pellaea atropupurea)
Purple Cliff Brake (Pellaea atropupurea)
Stock Note: this fern will not be available for shipping until April 13th, 2026!
This fern has pinnate, lanceolate, undivided segments suspended on dark brown-purplish stems. The segments mature to marvelous blue-green hue with an almost white highlight on the margins of the abaxial (bottom or reverse side) surface. The basal (lowest pair) of pinnae have a noticeable auricle, while the apical pinnae jut straight out like a lance at the ready. During sporing the bar-like indusia flush a dark, almost purple cinnamon color.
Frond Condition: Evergreen
Mature Size: up to 20” long fronds approx 7” wide, arching with a height around 1’
Origin: North America and Central America
Cultural Requirements: Sun (with consistent moisture) to Part Sun to Part Shade, Dryish to Lightly Moist to Evenly Moist, avoid excessive winter wet.
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8



