Polystichum (Noun)
Meaning
Small to medium-sized terrestrial ferns especially holly ferns; in some classification systems placed in Polypodiaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Polystichum is a genus of small to medium-sized terrestrial ferns that are commonly found in woodland environments.
- The holly fern, Polystichum lonchitis, is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and ability to thrive in shady conditions.
- In some classification systems, Polystichum is placed in the family Polypodiaceae, although this is not universally accepted.
- The genus Polystichum includes over 200 species of ferns, many of which are native to tropical and subtropical regions.
- Polystichum munitum, also known as the western sword fern, is a common sight in the forests of western North America.