Species Adiantum capillus
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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:
From the Latin capillus = 'hair'; i.e. the plant is hairy
Scientific name:
Adiantum capillus Sw.
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Protologue:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 2: 83 (1801)
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Year published:
1801
Observations of Taxon
There aren’t any identifications of Adiantum capillus.