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California adderstongue

Ophioglossum californicum Prantl
California adderstongue
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Ophioglossum californicum, known as California adderstongue, is a fern species in the family Ophioglossaceae. It was first described in 1883 by Prantl. The plant is native to California and parts of Mexico, including the Northeast and Northwest regions.

Description

Ophioglossum californicum is a member of the Ophioglossaceae family and is part of the genus Ophioglossum. It is found in the regions of California, Mexico Northeast, and Mexico Northwest. This species was published in 1883 and is known for its distinct characteristics typical of the adderstongue ferns.

Other common names

California adderstongue

Distribution

California · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Northwest

Synonyms

Ophioglossum lusitanicum subsp. californicumOphioglossum lusitanicum var. californicum

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