Cyclophorus lingua

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of fern native to East Asia: Cyclophorus lingua is a specific type of fern characterized by its fronds, which have a shape reminiscent of tongues.
    • A botanical term: It is the scientific name for a plant species, also commonly known as the "tongue fern."
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The Cyclophorus lingua is prized by fern collectors for its unique foliage.
    • In the shaded garden, a patch of Cyclophorus lingua thrived under the canopy.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical descriptions: The name is used in formal taxonomic and horticultural contexts to precisely identify the species.
    • The study focused on the spore dispersal mechanisms of Cyclophorus lingua.
Variants and Related Words
  • Common Name: Tongue fern.
  • Former Genus Classification: This species was formerly placed in the genus , which is reflected in its name. It is now more correctly placed in the genus (as ).
Synonyms
  • Pyrrosia lingua: The currently accepted botanical name for the same species.
  • Tongue fern: The common English name.
Related Phrases
  • Felt fern: Another common name sometimes used for plants in the genus, referring to the fuzzy texture on the fronds.
    • The Cyclophorus lingua, or felt fern, adds textural interest to the rock garden.
Noun
  1. east Asian fern having fronds shaped like tongues; sometimes placed in genus Cyclophorus