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Pteridium

Pteridium

9.9
A common wild fern with large divided leaves that often grows in fields and woods
  • noun
  • /ˈtɛrɪdɪəm/
  • Specialized
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  • Bracken, scientifically classified as Pteridium, often grows in open woodlands and fields across various climates.

Examples

  • Bracken, scientifically classified as Pteridium, often grows in open woodlands and fields.

  • Pteridium is widely regarded as one of the most common genera of ferns worldwide.

  • Researchers found that Pteridium species can be invasive in certain ecosystems.

  • The Pteridium ferns thrive in moist, shaded areas.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Pteridium for its lush green foliage.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Pteridium for its lush green foliage, which adds beauty to landscapes.

  • Researchers found that Pteridium species can be invasive in certain ecosystems, outcompeting native plants.

Compounds

Pteridium esculentum
  • Specialized
9.9

A fern that grows in Southeast Asia and cannot survive cold winters

Pteridium aquilinum
  • Specialized
9.9

A large wild fern with many fronds that grows in groups and spreads quickly

Surface Forms

Pteridium singular
Pteridia plural

Etymology

Pteridium comes from Greek parts pterid- meaning 'fern' and -idium meaning 'little', so it literally means 'little fern'. That's why Pteridium is the scientific name for bracken ferns that grow in many places.