Crytomium fortunei - Fortune's holly-fern
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Crytomium fortunei - Fortune's holly-fern by Catharine Nicholson
Cyrtomium fortunei, commonly known as the Fortune’s Holly Fern, is an evergreen fern native to East Asia, particularly China, Korea, and Japan. It is renowned for its glossy, leathery fronds, which resemble those of holly leaves, giving the fern its common name. It has been used in traditional Asian medicine, particularly for soothing skin irritations and promoting general health. In various cultures, ferns were thought to bring good fortune, with some species believed to have protective qualities, warding off negative energies and evil spirits.
Chelsea Physic Garden has been a centre of medicinal plant knowledge for over 350 years. Established in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London, it is one of the oldest botanic gardens in Britain. Its living collection includes species from across the globe, many with histories deeply rooted in medicinal and cultural practice. Today, the Garden continues to inspire learning, offering a space for people to connect with nature and explore the essential role plants play in our health, culture, and survival.
Chelsea Physic Garden has been a centre of medicinal plant knowledge for over 350 years. Established in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London, it is one of the oldest botanic gardens in Britain. Its living collection includes species from across the globe, many with histories deeply rooted in medicinal and cultural practice. Today, the Garden continues to inspire learning, offering a space for people to connect with nature and explore the essential role plants play in our health, culture, and survival.