Ophioglossum nudicaule L. f.


Ophioglossum nudicaule L. f. #3
Synonym(s):  Ophioglossum tenerum Mett. ex Prantl,
Ophioglossum nudicaule L. f. var tenerum (Mett. ex Prantl) Clausen 
Common Name(s):  slender adder's tongue,
Least adder's tongue
Family Name(s):  Ophioglossaceae

Type:  Terrestrial 
Sterile Frond Division:  Entire 
Sterile Frond Shape:  Oval-shaped, Lance-shaped 
Fertile Frond Shape:  Dissimilar From Sterile Frond 
Sori:  Sporophore 
Growth:  Solitary 

Special Features: The sterile fronds are usually near the ground. 
Habitat: Ruderal. 

   
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