Adiantum pedatum L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Adiantum pedatum L.
Family Name: Pteridaceae E.D.M. Kirchn. - Maidenhair Fern family
Common Name: northern maidenhair
Symbol: ADPE
Group: Fern
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 3:41 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Forb/herb

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

AGCP AW CB EMP GP HI MW NCNE WMVC AK
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Species Range Map