Species Adiantum capense
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There aren’t any identifications of Adiantum capense.
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Etymology of Adiantum:
Gk. a- = not, without; diantos = wettable, hence dry, incapable of being wetted. The fronds of ‘maiden hair’ shed water and are reputed to remain dry even in a rain-shower or when plunged into water.
Etymology of capense:
From the Cape Province of South Africa, previously known as the Cape Colony. In the early days of exploration this epithet was frequently applied to anywhere in South or even Southern Africa.
Scientific name:
Adiantum capense Thunb.
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Protologue:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 173 (1800)
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Year published:
1800
Observations of Taxon
There aren’t any identifications of Adiantum capense.
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