Robert W. Freckmann Herbarium
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Ophioglossaceae: Grape Fern

Plants reproduce by spores (without embryo or true flower). Leaves (fronds) not closely overlapping; or if narrow and slightly overlapping, then have no axillary spore cases. Wall of spore case several layers thick. Frond with spores very different from one without.
Flora of North America: Discussion, key to genera (opens new window)
Flower Formula:   Glossary

Genus 
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Botrychium
grape fern, moonwort
14 Photo of Botrychium Leaf blades mostly lobed or compound. Images   Information
Ophioglossum
adder's-tongue
1 Photo of Ophioglossum Leaf blades simple and entire. Images   Information

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