Polystichum proliferum

Mother Shield Fern at Paddys River, ACT

Polystichum proliferum at Paddys River, ACT - 23 Nov 2021
Polystichum proliferum at Paddys River, ACT - 23 Nov 2021
Polystichum proliferum at Paddys River, ACT - 23 Nov 2021
Polystichum proliferum at Paddys River, ACT - 23 Nov 2021
Polystichum proliferum at Paddys River, ACT - 23 Nov 2021
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Polystichum proliferum 24 Nov 2021 dcnicholls
Unidentified 24 Nov 2021 JaneR

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this was downstream of Sighting 4407779, in disturbed area on roadside. I was hopeful it was a more advanced plant, but it seems to be quite different. long brown hairs on young growth and underside are distinctive

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  • 1 - 3 Abundance
  • 23 Nov 2021 02:27 PM Recorded on
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  • 30cm to 1 metre Plant height

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