Woodwardia virginica (L.) Sm.
Synonym(s):
Common Name(s):
Virginia chain fern,
Eastern chain fern
Family Name(s):
Blechnaceae,
Polypodiaceae
Type:
Terrestrial
Sterile Frond Division:
Pinnate-pinnatifid
Sterile Frond Shape:
Lance-shaped
Fertile Frond Shape:
Resembles Sterile Frond
Sori:
Linear
Growth:
Long Creeping
Special Features:
Lateral veins form "chains" around main vein.
Habitat:
Swamps, bogs, marshes.
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