Southern maidenhair fern: Adiantum capillus-veneris

Southern maidenhair fern: Adiantum capillus-veneris

The southern maidenhair fern, Adiantum capillus-veneris, is found in moist areas. It's delicate beauty with fronds that look like miniature fans is distinctive. Tilford (1997) notes medicinal uses for a related species. Photographed at Oliver Lee State Park, 2 April 2006.

The southern maidenhair fern, <em>Adiantum capillus-veneris</em>.

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Edible and Medicinal Plants of the West by Gregory L. Tilford, Mountain Press Publishing Company (June 1997)

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