Wednesday, June 23, 2021

June 23, 2021

This is Psilotum nudum
It is an epiphyte, so it has no roots
It's also known as Skeleton Fork Fern
And uses its spores to reproduce.

Location: Goodwin Wildlife Management Area, Fellsmere

Sources: http://charlottecountyextension.blogspot.com/2016/08/mysterious-ferns-are-native.html

Photo and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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