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Interrupted Fern

Osmunda claytoniana

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

This species gets its common name from the distinct interruptions present in the center of the fronds, which are caused by the fertile pinnae.

Habitat:

Growing on the edge of a pond in a mixed forest.

Reference Links:

Osmunda claytoniana - Wikipedia

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