Gymnocarpium remotepinnatum, commonly known as Eastern Oak Fern or Northern Oak Fern, is a deciduous fern native to cool, temperate regions of Northern North America, Asia, and Europe. It thrives in the understory of both deciduous and coniferous forests, often in moist, well-drained, shady areas such as forest floors and ravines. This fern typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 0.5-1 feet (0.15-0.3 meters) and a width of 1-1.5 feet (0.3-0.5 meters), forming a delicate, feathery clump.

Eastern Oak Fern is appreciated for its finely divided, lacy fronds that add a soft texture to woodland gardens and shaded borders. Its fronds are bright green and triangular, turning a golden yellow in the fall, providing subtle seasonal interest. It is a low-maintenance plant, often used as a ground cover in shaded areas, and is also suitable for rock gardens and naturalized plantings. It prefers part shade to full shade and thrives in medium draining loam or clay soils, with consistent moisture. While it does not produce showy flowers, its foliage is highly ornamental. It is not known for any significant pest or disease problems, but it can suffer from root rot if the soil is too wet.CC BY-SA 4.0