Scale Fern (Noun)
Meaning
Small European fern with chaffy leathery fronds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The scale fern is a small European fern with chaffy leathery fronds that thrive in shaded areas.
- Scale ferns are often found growing in dense clusters on tree trunks and rocks.
- The delicate fronds of the scale fern are a favorite food source for certain species of deer.
- In the wild, scale ferns typically grow to be around 10-20 cm in height, with a spread of up to 30 cm.
- The leathery texture of the scale fern's fronds helps to protect it from drying out in hot weather.