Adiantum tenerum facts for kids
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| Adiantum tenerum at the Orto Botanico dell'Università di Genova | |
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Adiantum
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tenerum
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The brittle maidenhair fern (scientific name: Adiantum tenerum) is a type of maidenhair fern. It belongs to the Pteridaceae family, which is a large group of ferns. This fern is known for its delicate, light green leaves.
Where It Lives
This fern grows naturally in several warm places. You can find it in Florida in the United States. It also lives in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Jamaica. Other places include Bahamas, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua. In South America, it grows in Colombia, Brazil, and Venezuela.
The brittle maidenhair fern likes specific kinds of spots. It prefers places that are damp and shady. You will often see it on limestone ledges or in small caves called grottoes.
What It Looks Like
The Adiantum tenerum fern grows in a way that spreads out, almost like it's creeping along the ground. Its leaves are a pretty light green color. They are divided into many smaller parts, making them look a bit like a feather.
The leaves are also fan-shaped and very smooth. They often arch over or hang down. Each leaf is usually about as long as it is wide.
