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Athyrium filix-femina
Many ferns will grow in a group in the shape of a circle. As they grow farther and farther outwards, the centers die away, leaving a ring of Ferns. This Fern is a native perennial upright fern that can reach 2-5 feet in height. The leaves are a bright green, with a fine-textured lacy appearance, and single fronds can measure up to 1’ wide and 3’ in length. This Fern is native to the continental US and Alaska.
In the wild, ferns can be found growing in meadows, open thickets, moist woods, and along stream beds. They also grow in the cracks of rocks.
I am not sure what kind of fern this is. I think it is a Lady fern.
Spotted on Apr 14, 2015
Submitted on Apr 14, 2015
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