tongue fern (Meaning)

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tongue fern (n)

east Asian fern having fronds shaped like tongues; sometimes placed in genus Cyclophorus

Synonyms & Antonyms of tongue fern

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

tongue fern Sentence Examples

  1. The tongue fern's distinctive shape resembles a human tongue.
  2. Tongue ferns thrive in moist, shady areas, often found under dense canopies.
  3. The tongue-shaped fronds of the tongue fern are typically sterile.
  4. The fertile fronds, which bear spores, are usually shorter and narrower than the sterile ones.
  5. The spore-bearing structures on the fertile fronds of tongue ferns are called sori.
  6. Tongue ferns are native to the Appalachian Mountains and other temperate regions.
  7. The glossy, green fronds of tongue ferns make them a popular choice for landscaping.
  8. Tongue ferns are relatively easy to grow, requiring well-drained soil and regular moisture.
  9. The tongue fern's tolerance for drought makes it a suitable plant for dry climates.
  10. The medicinal properties of tongue fern have been used to treat various ailments throughout history.

FAQs About the word tongue fern

east Asian fern having fronds shaped like tongues; sometimes placed in genus Cyclophorus

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The tongue fern's distinctive shape resembles a human tongue.

Tongue ferns thrive in moist, shady areas, often found under dense canopies.

The tongue-shaped fronds of the tongue fern are typically sterile.

The fertile fronds, which bear spores, are usually shorter and narrower than the sterile ones.