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lanceleaf grapefern

Scientific Name: Botrychium lanceolatum var. lanceolatum

Family: Ophioglossaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Lanceleaf Grapefern (Botrychium lanceolatum)

The Lanceleaf Grapefern, scientifically known as Botrychium lanceolatum, is a fascinating plant belonging to the grapefern family. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting facts.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • This plant is a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Botrychium lanceolatum (S.G. Gmel.) Angstr.
  • Family: Ophioglossaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Lance-leaf moonwort
  • Common Names: Lanceleaf grapefern, triangle moonwort, lance-leaf moonwort
  • Subspecies: Botrychium lanceolatum subsp. lanceolatum, Botrychium lanceolatum var. angustisegmentum Pease & A.H. Moore

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Lanceleaf Grapefern can be found in various locations, including the United States and Newfoundland. One specific area mentioned is in the open grass fields by fishing villages.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Lanceleaf Grapefern is described as a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass, and has green foliage.

Associations with Other Organisms

  • It's mentioned as growing alongside Draba cacuminum (whitlow-grass).

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database
  • Dave's Garden
  • Grasafriorasafn
  • Plantilla:Plantae Mundi/Fuentes/WYPS