Ferns are not found in the Mojave Desert.

The Mojave Desert’s extreme heat and arid conditions make it an inhospitable environment for ferns, which generally thrive in cooler, more humid areas. Ferns require consistent moisture and shade, conditions that are not typical in the Mojave Desert. Instead, this desert is home to hardy plants like the Joshua tree, creosote bush, and pinyon pine, all of which are specially adapted to survive in the harsh, dry conditions. These desert plants have developed mechanisms to conserve water and withstand high temperatures, making them the dominant species in the Mojave, unlike moisture-loving ferns.