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polystichum

/pəˈlɪs.tɪ.kəm/

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noun

/pəˈlɪs.tɪ.kəm/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод небольших или средних наземных папоротников, особенно папоротников-остролистов, иногда классифицируемых в семействе Многоножковые.

A genus of small to medium-sized terrestrial ferns, especially holly ferns, sometimes classified within the family Polypodiaceae.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Genus of fernsC2formalscientific

    A genus of small to medium-sized terrestrial ferns, commonly known as holly ferns, often classified within the family Dryopteridaceae.

    ruРод папоротников

    • Polystichum species are often found in shaded woodland areas.
    • The botanist identified the fern as a member of the Polystichum genus.
    • Many gardeners cultivate Polystichum for its attractive evergreen fronds.