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Matteuccia struthiopteris
The unfurled, sterile leaves, which first appear above ground during the spring, are rolled and circular in shape. At this stage of development, they are referred to as 'fiddleheads' or 'croziers'. These fiddleheads are especially prized in the northeastern United States, where they are collected, sold, and eaten as gourmet food.
Growing in a swampy, mixed forest.
Spotted on May 20, 2018
Submitted on May 20, 2018
2 Comments
Thanks Robert!
Fantastic shot