tongue fern
Definition
Noun: 1. A type of fern: A specific species of fern (Pyrrosia lingua) native to East Asia, characterized by its distinctive, simple, tongue-shaped fronds (leaves).
Usage
- This term is used specifically in botany and horticulture to identify this particular plant species. It is a common name, not the scientific name.
- Example: "The tongue fern is popular in shade gardens for its unique foliage."
Advanced Usage
- The tongue fern is often used in traditional East Asian medicine and is a common subject in botanical art due to its elegant, simple form.
Variants and Related Words
- Felt fern: Another common name for the same plant (), referring to the fuzzy texture on the underside of its fronds.
- Pyrrosia lingua: The scientific (Latin) name for the tongue fern.
- Cyclophorus lingua: An older, now less common scientific synonym for this plant.
Synonyms
- Felt fern
- Pyrrosia (when referring to the genus, which includes the tongue fern and related species)
Notes on Different Meanings
- The term "tongue fern" refers exclusively to this specific plant. It is not a general term for all ferns with strap-like leaves. Other ferns may have common names containing "tongue" (e.g., "hart's-tongue fern"), but these are distinct species.
Noun
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east Asian fern having fronds shaped like tongues; sometimes placed in genus Cyclophorus
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