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Vessel fern

Vessel fern are ancient ferns with large, fleshy fronds that often unravel from a tight curl. Their robust rhizomes and dense root systems anchor them firmly in the humid, shaded forest floors they prefer. Notably, these ferns can grow exceedingly large compared to most other fern species, making them distinctive in their understory habitats.

Scientific classification

Family

Vessel fern (Marattiaceae)

Potato ferns and allies

Vascular plants

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Genus

Angiopteris Ptisana

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