royal fern

noun

royal fern

a fern, Osmunda regalis , of damp regions, having large fronds up to 2 metres (7 feet) in height, some of which are modified for bearing spores: family Osmundaceae

First recorded in 1770–80

The Royal Fern, smooth and delicate, is now flushing the wet meadows with its tender red.

The Royal Fern may be cultivated easily in deep mounds of rich soil shielded somewhat from the sun.

To the Royal Fern the old herbalists attributed many valuable qualities.

If the Osmunda regalis is tried—the royal fern—it is necessary to get a good established turf of it; strong clumps cost about 1s.

In the garden the Royal Fern grows well, but it must not suffer from lack of water, or it will prove but a poor subject.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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