Cow-tongue Fern (Noun)
Meaning
Common epiphytic or sometimes terrestrial fern having pale yellow-green strap-shaped leaves; Florida to West Indies and Mexico and south to Uruguay.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cow-tongue fern is a type of epiphytic plant that thrives in warm and humid environments.
- In the tropical forests of Mexico, the cow-tongue fern can be seen growing on the trunks of tall trees.
- This type of fern is known for its pale yellow-green strap-shaped leaves that can grow quite large.
- The cow-tongue fern is also known to grow on rocks and soil in certain regions of South America.
- While it can be found in a variety of habitats, the cow-tongue fern is particularly well-suited to life in the damp and shaded forests of the West Indies.