Pellaea falcata, commonly known as Sickle Fern, is an evergreen fern that is indigenous to a variety of habitats including rocky outcrops, dry rainforest margins, and sclerophyll forests in eastern Australia, as well as being found in New Zealand. It typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), featuring arching fronds with sickle-shaped pinnae, which give the plant its common name. The fronds are a deep green color, adding a lush texture to shaded garden areas. Sickle Fern is valued for its hardiness and adaptability, making it a favored choice for shaded or woodland garden settings.

In cultivation, Sickle Fern is appreciated for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in shaded conditions, which makes it suitable for indoor cultivation or as understory planting in gardens. It prefers part shade to full shade and requires medium amounts of water, with well-draining soil to prevent root rot. While it is tolerant of dry periods once established, it benefits from consistent moisture. It is not known for any significant pest or disease problems, but it should be monitored for common fern issues such as scale or mealybugs. Sickle Fern can be propagated by spores or by division, allowing gardeners to easily increase their stock of this attractive fern.CC BY-SA 4.0