Common Name: Lady Fern

Family: Dryopteridaceae

Description: The delicate, finely cut fronds of this fern have drooping tips and finely toothed subleaflets. The smooth stalk can be easily broken and has 2 strands inside. Spore cases are short and tightly curved. This fern enjoys rich woods and swamps.

Distribution: al,ak,az,ar,ca,co,at,de,fl,ga,id,il,in,io,ka,ky,
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