Forked ferns (Gleicheniaceae)

Forked ferns

Forked ferns is a family of ferns characterized by their creeping rhizomes and forking fronds that give a distinctive reticulated appearance. These species often thrive in open, acidic soils typically found in forest understories. Their resilient nature allows them to colonize and stabilize these environments efficiently, embracing a significant role in forest ecology by contributing to the soil structure and moisture retention.

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Family

Forked ferns (Gleicheniaceae)

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