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Christmas fern

Polystichum acrostichoides

Photo by NickO
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42.0267, -73.9821

Field Notes

Description:

Fiddleheads of a fern, unsure of the exact species.

Founds on the floor of mixed woods.

It is a very damp area and gets plenty of water from run off.

The fronds from last years adults reach to about 12-20"

Habitat:

Forest with both deciduous and coniferous trees

Species ID Suggestions

Christmas fern

Polystichum acrostichoides

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