Species Adiantum capillus-veneris
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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 capillus-veneris:
From the Latin capillus = 'hair' and veneris = 'Venus'; referring to the delicate foliage - the Maidenhair fern
Scientific name:
Unknown
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Unknown
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Protologue:
Sp. Pl. 2: 1096 (1753)
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Year published:
1753
Observations of Taxon
Adiantum capillus-veneris
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Name of observer:
David Gwynne-Evans (David)
Date observed:
05/12/2016 - 3:16pm
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