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Interrupted Fern

Osmunda claytoniana

Photo by smutnee80
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42.6098, -73.89

Field Notes

Habitat:

moist soil under deciduous trees

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Comments (4)
craigwilliams
Beautiful shots! Yes, I think you are right that these are the emerging fronds of Osmunda claytonia - the interrupted fern.

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Ferns of Northeastern U.S.
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PublishedJanuary 12, 2012

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