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Nephrolepis pectinata

Nephrolepis pectinata

9.9
A tropical fern with fine grey-green leaves often grown as an indoor plant
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Nephrolepis pectinata thrives in warm, humid environments and is popular as an ornamental plant.

Examples

  • The lightly scented, feathery fronds of Nephrolepis pectinata make it a favorite for indoor gardens.

  • Botanists have documented Nephrolepis pectinata in forests from Mexico to Brazil.

  • The Nephrolepis pectinata is a popular choice for indoor gardens.

  • Have you seen the Nephrolepis pectinata at the botanical garden?

  • The Nephrolepis pectinata is often cultivated for its delicate, greyish-green fronds that add beauty to gardens.

  • In tropical landscapes, Nephrolepis pectinata is commonly found due to its preference for humid conditions.

  • Gardeners appreciate Nephrolepis pectinata for its ability to thrive indoors and bring a touch of greenery to living spaces.

Synonyms

toothed sword fern
vsNephrolepis pectinata
  • US
9.9

A tropical plant with grey-green leaves made of many thin parts used in shaded gardens

is the formal Latin name used in botanical contexts

Surface Forms

Nephrolepis pectinata singular
Nephrolepis pectinatas plural

Morphology

Nephrolepis + pectinata

The phrase is a botanical binomial: combining a known genus name ('Nephrolepis' = a genus of ferns) with a species epithet. A learner who recognises the genus can infer this refers to a particular type of Nephrolepis (i.e., a fern), but the specific descriptive sense ('pectinata') is Latin/technical and not predictable to a B1 learner, so the full definitional detail is not transparent.

Etymology

Nephrolepis pectinata comes from old words: nephro ('kidney') and lepis ('scale') in Nephrolepis, and pectinata meaning 'comb-like'. These words make a clear picture of many small, scale-like parts along the fern's leaves, so the name helps you remember its thin, comb-like leaf shape.