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Diacalpa

Diacalpa

9.9
A delicate fern with thin fronds that grows in the Himalayan foothills
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The delicate fronds of Diacalpa make it a prized addition to fern collections.

Examples

  • Researchers are studying the sole species of Diacalpa to understand its ecological role in its native habitat.

  • The Diacalpa is a rare fern found in the Himalayas.

  • Botanists discovered a rare specimen of Diacalpa during their expedition in the Himalayan foothills.

  • Have you seen a Diacalpa before?

  • During their expedition in the Himalayan foothills, botanists discovered a rare specimen of Diacalpa.

  • Researchers are studying the sole species of Diacalpa to understand its ecological role in the Himalayas.

  • The delicate fronds of Diacalpa make it a highly sought-after addition to fern collections.

Surface Forms

Diacalpa singular
Diacalpas plural

Etymology

A helpful way to remember the word Diacalpa is to break it into dia- and kalos. Dia-, seen in diagonal, means 'through' or 'across', and kalos means 'beautiful', so the name suggests a 'very beautiful' plant and that's why Diacalpa fits a delicate Himalayan fern.