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Macrothelypteris

Macrothelypteris

9.9
A type of medium to large fern that grows on the ground in warm countries
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Macrothelypteris
  • Botanists identified the specimen as Macrothelypteris due to its distinctive frond structure.

Examples

  • The garden features a flourishing Macrothelypteris among its tropical fern collection.

  • The Macrothelypteris fern thrives in humid environments.

  • Macrothelypteris has become naturalized in several regions outside its native range.

  • Have you seen a Macrothelypteris in the wild?

  • Macrothelypteris thrives in wet, tropical climates, making it a popular choice for garden enthusiasts.

  • The lush Macrothelypteris ferns add a vibrant touch to the landscape of the botanical garden.

  • Known for its large green fronds, Macrothelypteris is often used in landscaping for its tropical appearance.

Surface Forms

Macrothelypteris singular

Etymology

Macrothelypteris joins Macro- meaning 'large' and Thelypteris, a name for a group of ferns where the part pteris means 'fern'. So Macrothelypteris literally suggests a 'large Thelypteris', which helps you remember it refers to a group of medium to large ferns.