Acrostichic

/ˌækroʊˈstɪkɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to the acrostichum ferns; having spore structures arranged across or at the terminal portions of fronds.

Etymology

From acrostichum with suffix '-ic' (relating to), describing the characteristic features of this fern genus.

Kelly Says

These ferns are called acrostichic because their spores coat the entire underside of their fronds like words filling a page—it's nature's way of maximizing reproduction.

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