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Pleurosorus

Pleurosorus

9.9
A small group of land ferns that grow on rocks in dry places like Chile and Australia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Some Pleurosorus ferns are known for their ability to survive on rocky outcrops.

Examples

  • The genus Pleurosorus includes several species of ferns adapted to dry habitats.

  • In Australia, you can find Pleurosorus in many gardens.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Pleurosorus genus in southern Australia.

  • The Pleurosorus ferns thrive in moist environments.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Pleurosorus genus in southern Australia.

  • Some Pleurosorus ferns are known for their ability to survive on rocky outcrops.

  • The genus Pleurosorus includes several species of ferns adapted to dry habitats.

Synonyms

Ceterach
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  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of ferns from Europe, Asia, and Africa that often grow on rocks or walls

is treated as a distinct genus defined by its presence across several distant regions

Surface Forms

Pleurosorus singular
Pleurosori plural

Etymology

Pleurosorus comes from Greek parts pleuro- 'side' and sorus 'spore cluster'. So the name helps you remember that these ferns have their spore groups along the sides of their leaves.