Lip Fern (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various terrestrial ferns of the genus Cheilanthes; cosmopolitan in arid and semiarid temperate or tropical regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The lip ferns were found growing in the rocky crevices of the desert landscape, their delicate fronds a striking contrast to the harsh surroundings.
- Cheilanthes species, commonly known as lip ferns, are widely distributed across the world's arid and semiarid regions.
- In the dry scrublands of the Mediterranean, lip ferns thrive in areas with minimal rainfall, their leaves adapted to conserve water.
- The unique shape of the lip fern's fronds allows it to collect and store moisture, enabling it to survive in environments with low humidity.
- Botanists studying the lip fern have discovered a wide range of variations within the genus, reflecting the plant's ability to adapt to diverse environments.