What is going on with 2 of my ferns?

Chicago, IL(Zone 5b)

This was found a couple of days ago. There are 2 leaves on 2 separate plants about 5' apart.

Is it sick or just showing off? It's really neat.

Hap

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Northumberland, United Kingdom(Zone 9a)

An albino leaf. Sick in a way, more accurately a genetic disorder.

Resin

Chicago, IL(Zone 5b)

Can that part of the plant be cut out and start a new variety? I think it's cool.

Thanks for letting me know, Resin.

XXOO

Northumberland, United Kingdom(Zone 9a)

No - since it is white, it has no chlorophyll, so cannot photosynthesize. To live, it needs the green leaves on the same plant to provide it with food.

Resin

Chicago, IL(Zone 5b)

Ah Yes, biology 101.

Thanks Resin.

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