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