Grey Polypody (Noun)
Meaning
Fern growing on rocks or tree trunks and having fronds greyish and scurfy below; Americas and South Africa.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The grey polypody is a type of epiphytic fern that grows on tree trunks and branches in the tropical regions of the Americas.
- In South Africa, the grey polypody can be found growing on rocks and tree trunks, where it thrives in the humid climate.
- The grey polypody's fronds have a distinctive greyish color on the underside, which is covered in a scurfy texture.
- The grey polypody is a popular choice among fern enthusiasts due to its unique appearance and ability to thrive in a variety of environments.
- In its natural habitat, the grey polypody can be found growing in dense colonies, covering large areas of rocks and tree trunks.