A genus of small ferns, commonly known as lip ferns or cloak ferns, that live in dry rocky habitats and have modified leaf edges.
From Greek 'cheilos' (lip) plus 'anthos' (flower), though scientifically it refers to the leaf structure. The genus name describes the lip-like modified margins found on the fern fronds.
Lip ferns are extreme survivors—they can dry out completely and look dead, but when moisture returns they 'resurrect' themselves within hours, making them nearly unkillable houseplants.
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