Dryopteris Phegopteris is a fern species that is commonly known as Beech Fern or Oak Fern. The plant belongs to the Dryopteridaceae family and is native to Europe and parts of Asia. Synonyms for Dryopteris Phegopteris include Thelypteris phegopteris, Phegopteris connectilis, and Phegopteris dryopteris. The plant is commonly found growing in shaded woodlands, rocky slopes, and wet meadows. The leaves of the Beech Fern have a unique triangular shape and are green during spring and summer before turning a bronze color in the fall. The fern is also known for its medicinal properties and has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as ulcers and kidney problems.