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Hartford Fern

Lygodium palmatum

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Hartford fern is the only vine-like fern in the eastern U.S.. This photo shows only sterile leaves; the much more finely divided fertile leaves will appear later at the end of the vines. It is uncommon wherever it is found and is protected in Massachusetts.

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Lygodium palmatum

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Ferns of Northeastern U.S.
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PublishedJuly 7, 2011

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