Phegopteris hexagonoptera

Scientific Name: Phegopteris hexagonoptera
Common Name: broad beechfern
Global Conservation Status: G5 - Secure

Having a single stem whose frond is as wide as long helps identify this small fern (usually well under 1 ft / 30 cm).
Photographer: Gary Fleming

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