Seminole Ranch WMA Hand Ferns
Oct 12, 2016 18:45:04 GMT -5
Post by frank on Oct 12, 2016 18:45:04 GMT -5
The Hand Fern (Ophioglossum palmatum) is listed as endangered in Florida. It is only found growing inthe boots of the Sabel Palm.
It reproduces by sporangia which are contained within the sporangiferous spikes (shown in the 2nd photo).
Sporangiferous spikes on hand fern
It reproduces by sporangia which are contained within the sporangiferous spikes (shown in the 2nd photo).
Sporangiferous spikes on hand fern