Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Fragile Fern


Cystopteris fragilis
Dryopteridaceae

In Connecticut, fragile fern naturally occurs only in the northernmost parts of the state most notably on exposed rocky surfaces. Fragile fern is small with fronds just 5-12 inches in length. The stalk is slender and smooth with a few scales near the dark brown/black base.

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