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Amauropelta

Amauropelta

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A group of ferns that grow on trees or on the ground in tropical regions
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists recently discovered a new species within the Amauropelta genus in the rainforests of South America.

Examples

  • Many Amauropelta species contribute to the biodiversity of tropical and subtropical forests.

  • The Amauropelta genus is notable for its adaptability to both epiphytic and terrestrial habitats.

  • The Amauropelta fern thrives in tropical climates.

  • Many species of Amauropelta are found in South America.

  • Botanists recently discovered a new species within the Amauropelta genus in the rainforests of South America.

  • Many Amauropelta species contribute to the biodiversity of tropical and subtropical forests.

  • The Amauropelta genus is notable for its adaptability to both epiphytic and terrestrial habitats.

Surface Forms

Amauropelta singular
Amauropeltas plural

Etymology

Amauropelta comes from Greek parts amauro- meaning 'dark' and -pelta meaning 'shield'. So the name fits this group of ferns, which often have dark, shield-like parts on their leaves or spore covers, and that image helps you remember it is a fern genus.